Chambers's English Dictionary: Pronouncing, Explanatory, and Etymological; With Vocabularies of Scottish Words and Phrases, Americanisms, &C (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

James Donald

 
9780259775362: Chambers's English Dictionary: Pronouncing, Explanatory, and Etymological; With Vocabularies of Scottish Words and Phrases, Americanisms, &C (Classic Reprint)

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This book delves into the captivating history and diverse interpretations of foreign and classical words and quoted material often found within English texts. Exploring the evolution and growth of the English language, the author traces the origins of these linguistic borrowings from ancient sources like Latin and Greek through to modern foreign languages such as French and German. The book provides a comprehensive examination of how these borrowed words and phrases have shaped and enriched the vocabulary and cultural landscape of English over time, enhancing its expressive power and reflecting the diverse tapestry of influences that have contributed to its development.

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9780364407448: Chambers's English Dictionary: Pronouncing, Explanatory, and Etymological; With Vocabularies of Scottish Words and Phrases, Americanisms, &C (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0364407441 ISBN 13:  9780364407448
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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