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OverviewDrawing on the unique resources of the Oxford English Dictionary and offering coverage of over 6,000 slang words and expressions from the Cockney 'abaht' to the American term 'zowie', this is the most authoritative dictionary of slang from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang is a fascinating and entertaining collection, packed with illustrative quotations and providing full details of origins and dates of first printed use. The text contains expressions from around the English-speaking world such as 'dork' and 'cockamamie' (North America) and 'giggle-house' and 'Jimmy Woodser' (Australia). As well as the A-Z listing of terms, the book contains a comprehensive thematic index, enabling users to home in on particular areas of interest, such as the body, food and drink, and human behaviour. Full of surprises, this is an essential read for word lovers and anyone with an interest in language. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John Ayto (Freelance lexicographer) , John Simpson (Chief Editor, Oxford English Dictionary)Publisher: Oxford University Press Imprint: Oxford University Press Edition: 2nd Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 12.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 19.60cm Weight: 0.315kg ISBN: 9780199232055ISBN 10: 0199232059 Pages: 432 Publication Date: 11 February 2010 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsPreface to Second Edition Introduction to First Edition Pronunciation Symbols Principal abbreviations Dictionary Thematic Index The body and its functions People and society Animals Sustenance and intoxication Articles and substances Money, commerce, and employment Behaviour, attitudes, and emotions Thought and communication The arts, entertainment, and the media Time and tide Location and movement Abstract qualities and statesReviewsThis book is a gab-fest. Christopher Hirst, The Independent This book is a gab-fest. * Christopher Hirst, The Independent * `Review from previous edition Just about everything you always wanted to know about 'poodle-faker', 'pooper-scooper', 'whatsisface' and other gems' John Gross, Sunday Telegraph `A fount of digressive amusement' Times Literary Supplement `Hours of happy browsing for language lovers' Observer Author InformationDr John Ayto is an experienced lexicographer and author of many language titles, including the Oxford Essential Guide to the English Language, the Longman Register of New Words, the Bloomsbury Dictionary of Word Origins, Twentieth Century Words, and Wobbly Bits and Other Euphemisms. He is also editor of the latest edition of Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. Dr John Simpson is Chief Editor of the Oxford English Dictionary, author of a number of books, and a leading expert on English slang. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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