The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words by Diagram Group

The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words by Diagram Group

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The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words by Diagram Group

This unique reference book strives to define words and phrases that the average person often encounters but which may not be immediately familiar. Batten, kiosk, proctor, coup de grace, alliteration, parsec, corona, renal, joystick, decant, citadel. Broken down into over fifty categories--from cultural essentials likeart, history, and sports to modern obsessions like text messaging and hip hop slang--this book is a word lover's dream and a useful handbook for any student. It covers theatre. It even has a section of foreign words commonly used in English. Expand your vocabulary. Improve your writing. Broaden your horizons
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ISBN 13 9781602393394
ISBN 10 1602393397
Title The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words
Author Diagram Group
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Skyhorse Publishing
Year published 2008-10-17
Number of pages 528
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.