Womanwords by Jane Mills

Womanwords by Jane Mills

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Summary

This dictionary reveals the secret life of words used for and about women - most often by men. It traces the origins and development of over 300 words, such as hysteria or crumpet, and shows how their meanings have changed. It should appeal to anyone with an interest in language and words.

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Womanwords by Jane Mills

This dictionary reveals the secret life of words used for and about women - most often by men. It traces the origins and development of over 300 words, such as hysteria or crumpet, and shows how their meanings have changed. It should appeal to anyone with an interest in language and words.
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ISBN 13 9781853812743
ISBN 10 1853812749
Title Womanwords
Author Jane Mills
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
Year published 1991-03-07
Number of pages 291
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.