Dictionary Of Idioms

Author : Christine Ammer
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780547676586

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The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition by Christine Ammer Pdf

Senior moment. Think outside the box. Idioms like these can't be understood just from the words that make them up. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms explores the meanings of idioms, including phrasal verbs such as kick back, proverbs such as too many cooks spoil the broth, interjections such as tough beans, and figures of speech such as elephant in the room. Since the publication of the first edition 15 years ago, author Christine Ammer has made extensive revisions that reflect new historical scholarship and changes in the English language. This second edition defines over 10,000 idiomatic expressions in greater detail than any other dictionary available today. English language learners will find this dictionary especially useful.

Author : John Ayto
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-08
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780199543786

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Oxford Dictionary of English Idioms by John Ayto Pdf

Offers entries for over six thousand idioms, including seven hundred new to this edition, and provides background information, additional cross-references, and national variants.

Author : John Ayto
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-18
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780192584380

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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms by John Ayto Pdf

What is it to 'cock a snook', where is the land of Nod, and who was first to go the extra mile? Find the answers to these questions (and many more!) in the new edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Idioms. This dictionary uncovers the meanings of myriad phrases and sayings that are used daily in the English language, encompassing more than 10,000 figurative expressions, similes, sayings, and proverbs. More than 400 idioms have been added to this new edition, and comprise recently coined and common sayings alike. New additions include 'back of the net', 'drag and drop', 'go it alone', 'how come?', 'if you ask me', 'make your skin crawl', and 'woe betide'. Illustrative quotations sourced from the Oxford corpora give contextual examples of the idioms and their standard usage, and many entries include background information on the origins of the idiom in question. An updated thematic index makes for easy navigation, and anyone who is interested in the origins and diversity of English vernacular will have hours of fun browsing this fascinating dictionary.

Author : Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell
Publisher : Trafalgar Square
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : English language
ISBN : 1856261298

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Dictionary of Idioms by Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell Pdf

Contains over 400 phrases, tracing each one's source and history through the chronological use of examples.

Author : Paul Heacock
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2003-09-22
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 052153271X

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Cambridge Dictionary of American Idioms by Paul Heacock Pdf

This book unlocks the meaning of more than 5,000 idioms used in American English today.

Author : Judith Siefring
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2005-11-10
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780191579530

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The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms by Judith Siefring Pdf

Did you know that 'flavour of the month' originated in a marketing campaign in American ice-cream parlours in the 1940s, when a particular flavour would be specially promoted for a month at a time? And did you know that 'off the cuff' refers to the rather messy practice of writing impromptu notes on one's shirt cuff before speaking in public? These and many more idioms are explained and put into context in this second edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Idioms. This vastly entertaining dictionary takes a fresh look at the idiomatic phrases and sayings that make English such a rich and intriguing language. A major new edition, it contains entries for over 5000 idioms, including 350 new entries and over 500 new quotations. The text has been updated to include many new idioms using the findings of the Oxford English Reading Programme, the biggest language research programme in the world. The entries are supported by a wealth of illustrative quotations from a wide range of sources and periods. For example: 'Rowling has not been asleep at the wheel in the three years since the last Potter novel, and I am pleased to report that she has not confused sheer length with inspiration.' - Guardian, 2003. 'I made the speech of a lifetime. I had them tearing up the seats and rolling in the aisles.' - P.G. Woodhouse, 1940. Many entries include boxed features which give more detailed background on the idiom in question. For example, did you know that 'taken aback' was adopted from nautical terminology, and described a ship unable to move forward because of a strong headwind pressing its sails back against the mast? The text has been entirely redesigned so that it is both elegant and easy to use. Anyone interested in the quirky side of the English language will have hours of fun browsing through this fascinating and informative volume.

Author : Marvin Terban
Publisher : Scholastic Reference
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0439770831

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Scholastic Dictionary of Idioms by Marvin Terban Pdf

An updated introduction to American slang and phrase origins identifies and defines more than six hundred commonly used idioms, complementing the entries with kid-friendly sample sentences and entertaining illustrations. Original.

Author : Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell
Publisher : Kyle Cathie Limited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : English language
ISBN : 1856265633

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Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins by Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell Pdf

This dictionary traces the origins and histories of over 400 proverbs, detailing the changes of meaning and usage that have occurred throughout each proverb's life and offering literary examples dating back over 2000 years.

Author : Richard Spears
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 1098 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2006-02-03
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0071486852

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McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs by Richard Spears Pdf

Learn the language of Nebraska . . .and 49 other states With more entries than any other reference of its kind, McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs shows you how American English is spoken today. You will find commonly used phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, proverbial expressions, and clichés. The dictionary contains more than 24,000 entries, each defined and followed by one or two example sentences. It also includes a Phrase-Finder Index with more than 60,000 entries.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 587 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 312533148X

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Cambridge International Dictionary of Idioms by Anonim Pdf

Author : Daphne M. Gulland,David Hinds-Howell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : English language
ISBN : OCLC:34654351

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The Penguin Dictionary of English Idioms by Daphne M. Gulland,David Hinds-Howell Pdf

Author : Lingo Lingo Mastery
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 169965431X

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The Great Book of American Idioms by Lingo Lingo Mastery Pdf

Do you feel that it's "like pulling teeth" when you want to learn new sayings? Would you like to be able to discover new American idioms and phrases that will make communication "a piece of cake"? Sure, you can learn English with a language course or a textbook just fine, and climb up the ranks in terms of your grasp of the language... but are you sure you can talk like a native? For starters, many expressions used by fluent speakers of English can't exactly be learned in a book, and it can be frustrating to realize that your formal learning hasn't been enough to teach you the way people talk in real life. Sometimes, it's all about having the right tools at your disposal... and this is where The Great Book of American Idioms comes in! Written to act as a powerful addition to your other English-learning resources, this book will allow you to: Discover over 1300 different idioms and sayings, covering hundreds of different subjects Learn the correct definition and usage of each expression, ensuring that you know exactly when you can say them out loud during a conversation Visualize examples of the sayings in common conversations, helping you understand their context Take advantage of important tips we provide you in the introduction and conclusion of the book, so that you can boost your learning and get a much better understanding of the English language. What are you waiting for? Over 1300 idioms and expressions are awaiting you! Don't miss out on learning why this "dark horse" will help you "see the big picture"!

Author : C. M. Schwarz (ed),Elizabeth McLaren Kirkpatrick
Publisher : Wordsworth Editions
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1853263095

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The Wordsworth Dictionary of Idioms by C. M. Schwarz (ed),Elizabeth McLaren Kirkpatrick Pdf

Has more than 600 phrases, sayings, and expressions and contains explanations.

Author : Richard A. Spears
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Americanisms
ISBN : 0844208310

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NTC's Thematic Dictionary of American Idioms by Richard A. Spears Pdf

NTC's Thematic Dictionary of American Idioms contains more than 5,500 of the most common and useful idioms arranged conveniently by theme, topic, or meaning. This work combines the best features of a thesaurus and a dictionary. Its features include a definition of each idiom that includes at least two examples of usage, an alphabetical index for locating each idiom, and an easy-to-read format with a minimum of abbreviations and symbols. NTC's Thematic Dictionary of American Idioms is an invaluable tool that allows writers, speakers, and students of English to locate the exact idiomatic expressions they need quickly and easily.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Longman
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Americanisms
ISBN : 0582305764

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Longman American Idioms Dictionary by Anonim Pdf

The clear definitions and examples of written and spoken idioms make this dictionary really easy to use.