Dictionary of Idioms by L Flavell

Dictionary of Idioms by L Flavell

Examining the origins of everyday idioms and expressions, such as "a storm in a teacup" and "flavour of the month", this book explains their meanings and gives examples of their use. Interspersed with the individual entries are mini-essays on recurring themes - familiar phrases with nautical origins, expressions based on the macabre and on the peculiarly British view of foreigners. (Why do we have Dutch uncles and Dutch treats, but take French leave?) For the serious student, there are dates of first use and guidance on correct or current usage, while the browser and lover of words is offered a source of fascination and enjoyment. The authors' previous books include "Current English Usage".

Linda and Roger Flavell studied the oddities of the English language for over 25 years. Linda has worked as a writer and as an English teacher both in England and overseas and has co-authored several dictionaries of etymologies for Kyle Books. The late Roger also travelled widely and was a Lecturer in Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Their books include A Dictionary of English Down the Ages, Dictionary of Word Origins and Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins.Linda and Roger Flavell studied the oddities of the English language for over 25 years. Linda has worked as a writer and as an English teacher both in England and overseas and has co-authored several dictionaries of etymologies for Kyle Books. The late Roger also travelled widely and was a Lecturer in Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Their books include A Dictionary of English Down the Ages, Dictionary of Word Origins and Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins.

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ISBN 13	9781856261296
ISBN 10	1856261298
Title	Dictionary of Idioms
Author	L Flavell
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Octopus Publishing Group
Year published	1994-02-24
Number of pages	224
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