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Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang by John Ayto (2003, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100192801228

ISBN-139780192801227

eBay Product ID (ePID)2345888

Product Key Features

Number of Pages328 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameOxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang

Publication Year2003

SubjectDictionaries, Linguistics / General, Linguistics / Etymology

TypeNot Available

AuthorJohn Ayto

Subject AreaReference, Language Arts & Disciplines

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.2 in

Item Weight14.8 Oz

Item Length5.3 in

Item Width7.3 in

Additional Product Features

LCCN2002-072567

Dewey Edition21

TitleLeadingThe

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal427/.1/03

Table Of ContentIntroductionThematic sectionsPeople and the Human ConditionThe Body and Its PartsThe SensesIn the LavIllnessEthnic and National GroupsRelatives and FriendsBehaviour, Attitudes, and EmotionsSense and NonsenseSexCrime and PunishmentAnimalsFood and DrinkAlcohol and other DrugsHousehold MattersClothingMoney and CommerceWork and Its LackAt LeisureSportGamblingCommunicationTransport and TravelTime and TideLocationQuality and QuantityNumbersIndex

Intended AudienceTrade

SynopsisHighly readable and lively, The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang is the ultimate guide to this perennially captivating subject. This new volume charts the 150-year history of rhyming slang from its origins in 19th century cockney rhyming slang to modern popney rhyming slang. Unlike other dictionaries of its kind, The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang is organized thematically, with slang words gathered under headings such as "food and drink," "sex," "clothing," and "illness." Illustrating how rich and entertaining a language form it is, author John Ayto provides extensive examples and explores the range and development of rhyming slang throughout its history. From "silver spoon" (moon) to "alligator" (later) to "Jack and Jill" (hill), this reference is an authoritative and up-to-date guide to this colorful corner of language.

LC Classification NumberPE3724.R5A97 2002