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More than 5,000 words and phrases with a commentary on each. The language of origin is identified and the authentic spelling and meaning are indicated if these differ substantially from those used in English. The approximate date at which the expression entered the English language is given and all current meanings are defined.
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A DICTIONARY OF FOREIGN WORDS AND PHRASES IN CURRENT ENGLISH
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Contains more than 5,000 words and phrases with a commentary on each. The language of origin is identified and the authentic spelling and meaning are indicated if these differ substantially from those used in English. The approximate date at which the expression entered the English language is given and all current meanings are fully defined. Reprinted. Routledge & Kegan Paul Plc, London 1984. x + 390pp pb spine creased, pages browned, vg. Seller Inventory # 043131
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