Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins

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Newly updated to incorporate recent additions to the English language, the Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins provides a fascinating exploration of the origins and development of over 3,000 words in the English language. Drawing on Oxford's unrivalled dictionary research programme and language monitoring it brings to light the intriguing and often unusual stories of some of our most used words and phrases. The A-Z entries include the
first known use of the term along with examples, related lexes, and expressions which uncover the etymological composition of each word. Also featured are 22 special panels that give overviews of broad topic
areas, 5 of which are completely new and that variously cover words from Oceania, word blends, eponyms, and acronyms. New findings in the OED since the previous edition have also been added, including emoji, mansplain, meeple, meme, and spam. An absorbing resource for language students and enthusiasts, but also an intriguing read for any person interested in the development of the
English language, and of language development in general. It also includes an extended introduction on the history of the English language.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9780198868750
Published: July 2021

Number of pages: 528
Width: 129 mm
Height: 197 mm
Depth: 32 mm

Publisher: Oxford University Press