The Farlex Idioms And Slang Dictionary

Author : Farlex International
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-08
Category : English language
ISBN : 1539588874

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The Farlex Idioms and Slang Dictionary by Farlex International Pdf

If you don't know idioms, you don't know English. Idioms are expressions that cannot be understood from their individual words alone, and the English language is full of them-and so is this dictionary: 17,000+ English idiom examples, plus slang words, phrases, and phrasal verbs, all compiled by the language experts at Farlex International and TheFreeDictionary.com, the award-winning reference site with 1 billion+ annual visits. That's thousands more idioms than other popular idioms dictionaries, plus thousands of examples of idioms used in real life: every definition also includes up to three example sentences to show exactly how the phrase is used by native speakers in everyday conversation. The Farlex Idioms and Slang Dictionary features idioms and phrases from across the English-speaking world, including American slang, British slang, Australian slang, and Irish slang, plus: Internet slang Abbreviations Proverbs Regional expressions And more! It's more than just a list of idioms: get details about the origin and history of both common idioms and rare ones, including in which countries they're used most. This is the essential idioms dictionary if you want to talk like a native speaker-or just find out more about the colorful phrases you hear and say every day. The essential guide to English idioms and slang, from Farlex International, the language experts behind the popular and award-winning TheFreeDictionary.com. Farlex brings its reputation for comprehensive and authoritative reference products to the most complete collection of idioms and slang from across the English language. Inside you'll find more than 17,000 idioms, slang terms, and phrasal verbs, all defined in plain language and with bonus example sentences to show how they're used in real life by native speakers. Featuring popular idioms and slang terms from the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada, and South Africa, plus valuable information you won't find anywhere else, including the origin of phrases. Whether you want to sound more like a native speaker or just know more about the strange expressions you're always hearing, The Farlex Idioms and Slang Dictionary is the best way to learn about the English language's most colorful phrases.

Author : Jonathon Green
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 1600 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0304366366

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Cassell's Dictionary of Slang by Jonathon Green Pdf

With its unparalleled coverage of English slang of all types (from 18th-century cant to contemporary gay slang), and its uncluttered editorial apparatus, Cassell's Dictionary of Slang was warmly received when its first edition appeared in 1998. 'Brilliant.' said Mark Lawson on BBC2's The Late Review; 'This is a terrific piece of work - learned, entertaining, funny, stimulating' said Jonathan Meades in The Evening Standard.But now the world's best single-volume dictionary of English slang is about to get even better. Jonathon Green has spent the last seven years on a vast project: to research in depth the English slang vocabulary and to hunt down and record written instances of the use of as many slang words as possible. This has entailed trawling through more than 4000 books - plus song lyrics, TV and movie scripts, and many newspapers and magazines - for relevant material. The research has thrown up some fascinating results

Author : John Camden Hotten
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1869
Category : Cant
ISBN : KBNL:KBNL03000134728

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The Slang Dictionary by John Camden Hotten Pdf

Author : Jonathon Green
Publisher : Larousse Kingfisher Chambers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0550105638

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Chambers Slang Dictionary by Jonathon Green Pdf

A scholarly reference to slang expressions from all parts of the English-speaking world includes coverage of twenty-first-century terms and lists explanations of word origins.

Author : John Camden Hotten
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1864
Category : English language
ISBN : ONB:+Z257531109

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The Slang Dictionary, Or, The Vulgar Words, Street Phrases, and "fast" Expressions of High and Low Society. Many with Their Etymology and a Few with Their History Traced by John Camden Hotten Pdf

Author : James Kittell
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1468013211

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Internet and Computer Slang Dictionary by James Kittell Pdf

"Over nine thousand slang terms, acronms, and abbreviations" -- from cover.

Author : Farlex International
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1978045824

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Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules by Farlex International Pdf

Did you know that more than half of the letters in the alphabet can be silent? With all the oddities of the English language, it's no surprise that the top two Google searches for "How do you..." are "How do you spell..." and "How do you say...." Are you one of the millions endlessly looking up correct spelling and pronunciation? End your confusion forever with Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules, from the language experts at Farlex International, publishers of Complete English Grammar Rules and creators of TheFreeDictionary.com, the trusted reference destination with 1 billion+ annual visits. Forget about memorizing the hundreds of thousands of words in the English language-get the only spelling and pronunciation guide that gives you all the tools you need to tackle even the hardest words to spell and say. Go beyond "I before E except after C" and get all the rules and exceptions, all in one place, all explained in plain English. Plus: Correct and incorrect examples displayed side-by-side. Quizzes after every lesson. Simple tips and tricks to avoid the most commonly misspelled words and pronunciation mistakes. Get Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules and instantly start spelling and speaking with confidence. From Farlex International, the creators of the popular and award-winning TheFreeDictionary.com, comes Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules, the third volume of The Farlex Grammar Book. The secret about spelling is that good spellers don't just rely on memory-they know the rules and patterns that tell them exactly how a word should be spelled and pronounced. Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules is the only pronunciation and spelling guide that gives you direct access to all of those rules-and the many, many exceptions-with simple, easy-to-remember methods to handle every word that comes your way. Don't let spellcheck let you down when it counts-get the tools to start spelling and pronouncing words the right way every time. Packed with clear explanations, quizzes, examples, and common mistakes, Complete English Spelling and Pronunciation Rules is the only spelling and pronunciation guide you'll ever need.

Author : Richard A. Spears,Linda Schinke-Llano
Publisher : NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:49015002912369

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NTC's American Idioms Dictionary by Richard A. Spears,Linda Schinke-Llano Pdf

A collection of idiomatic phrases and sentences that occur frequently in American English.

Author : John Camden Hotten
Publisher : Franklin Classics Trade Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0343793229

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The Slang Dictionary by John Camden Hotten Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Richard Spears
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 1098 pages
File Size : 43,6 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 : Geoff Tibballs
Publisher : Random House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-07
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781473566873

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The Cockney Rhyming Slang Dictionary by Geoff Tibballs Pdf

The classic pocket guide to the language of London. This wonderful little guide to cockney rhyming slang contains over 1,700 old and new rhymes translated from Cockney to English and English to Cockney, including: Custard and jelly - telly Hot cross bun - nun Lemon tart - smart Rock ’n’ roll - dole Sticky toffee - coffee ...and many more. Master the art of the Cockney rhyme and discover the Cockney origins of common British phrases.

Author : Lucia Sera
Publisher : Vocalis ESL
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 1932653139

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A Boatload of Idioms by Lucia Sera Pdf

A Boatload of Idioms is a CD-ROM containing over a thousand everyday English idioms.

Author : EDITORIAL BOARD
Publisher : V&S Publishers
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9789352150502

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CONCISE DICTIONARY OF ENGLISH COMBINED (IDIOMS, PHRASES, PROBERBS, SIMILIES) by EDITORIAL BOARD Pdf

This authoritative dictionary is designed to help readers expand vocabulary and language skills to reach appreciative levels and then exceed that! Hence, pick up the various ways to explain the meaning of idioms, phrases and proverbs, besides interpreting figurative language, such as metaphors and similes.The volume is composed of four separate sections:1. Idioms, 2.Phrases, 3.Proverbs and 4.Metaphors and Similes Key Featureso Sentences focussed on figurative language and sayingso Includes common idioms, popular phrases, witty proverbs, metaphors and similes.o Contains hyperbole and adages at appropriate placeso Organized into A-Z format with sentences at easy and moderate levelso Allows readers to develop and then apply new skills of expressiono Aligns to the English and Foreign words currently in popular useBenefitso Produces a complete understanding of common idiomso Provides recognizing the meaning of popular phraseso Encourages readers to understand and relate to witty proverbso Develops the ability to use metaphors and simileso Introduces adage and hyperboleo Improves vocabulary and enhances knowledge of word meaningso Polishes persuasive, descriptive and narrative writing skills

Author : Adam Makkai,Maxine Tull Boatner,John Edward Gates
Publisher : Barron's Educational Series
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0812012488

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A Dictionary of American Idioms by Adam Makkai,Maxine Tull Boatner,John Edward Gates Pdf

Defines over 8,000 idiomatic words, expressions, regionalisms, and informal English expression, cross-referenced for easy access.

Author : Scott A. Sorensen
Publisher : Running Press Adult
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780762454464

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Fart Dictionary by Scott A. Sorensen Pdf

The one and only Fart Dictionary is a hilarious, illustrated collection of fart definitions for every occasion, covering a wide range of topics. Whether it's politics, poetry, karaoke, Mardi Gras, Food Network, Jane Austen, love, war, ghosts, family, sports, fashion, Shakespeare, or vegetarians, there's a fart in this book for everyone. Examples include "apple fart: a fart that keeps the doctor away," "boomerang fart: a fart which has somehow returned to haunt you," and many, many more. Featuring whimsical artwork and all wrapped up in a classy little package, Fart Dictionary is a perfect gag gift and certain to be a hit with anyone who has ever laughed at the sound of breaking wind.