The Facts on File Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins 4th Edition by Robert Hendrickson ISBN 0816069670 9780816069675
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ISBN 10: 0816069670
ISBN 13: 9780816069675
Author: Robert Hendrickson
Praise for the previous editions:
“A feast for phrase detectives…that will enliven debates and illuminate issues.” William Safire
“This marvelous reference has grown by about a third from its predecessor…will appeal to researchers…having [this information] in one book is hard to beat.” American Reference Books Annual
“…couple[s] etymology with humor…recommended…” Booklist
“…diverse…highly readable…Linguists, historians, and word connoisseurs will appreciate this resource…will add value to any collection supporting language studies…Highly recommended.” Choice
The most comprehensive single-volume reference of its kind, The Facts On File Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins, Fourth Edition has been completely updated and expanded and now contains definitions and origins of more than 15,000 words and expressions. This encyclopedia features anecdotes and information on the development of a wide range of words, including slang, proverbs, animal and plant names, place names, nicknames, historical expressions, foreign language expressions, and phrases from literature. The emphasis throughout is on words and expressions whose origins are not adequately explained, or not addressed at all, in standard dictionaries. Approximately 2,500 new entries have been added to this edition, ranging from “Aardsma” to “zounds.
The Facts on File Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins 4th Table of contents:
chapter 1 – alphabetic entries
words and phrases listed alphabetically
etymology and first recorded usage
examples in literature and popular culture
chapter 2 – thematic entries
categories of words and phrases
idioms, proverbs, and sayings
specialized terminology and jargon
chapter 3 – historical influences
influences of Latin, Greek, and other languages
impact of historical events on language
loanwords and calques
chapter 4 – regional and cultural variations
differences in usage across regions
cultural influences on meaning
examples from English-speaking countries
chapter 5 – figurative language
metaphors, similes, and idiomatic expressions
literary and rhetorical devices
evolution of figurative meanings
chapter 6 – scientific and technical terms
origin of terminology in science, medicine, and technology
abbreviations and acronyms
examples of semantic shifts
chapter 7 – slang and colloquial expressions
emergence and popularization of slang
social and cultural context
tracking changes over time
chapter 8 – phraseology and proverbs
common expressions and sayings
proverbs and aphorisms
historical development and sources
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