A comprehensive reference to traditional English speech
Delve into a rich collection of dialect words that have been in use or recorded for the last two centuries.
This edition presents the full vocabulary and usage notes that illuminate regional speech across Britain.
Designed for readers, scholars, and language lovers, it offers clear definitions, pronunciations, and examples drawn from a wide range of dialects. Use it to understand archaic terms, trace regional meanings, and appreciate the texture of English as it was spoken in the past.
- Extensive entries: thousands of dialect forms with meanings and notes
- Regional scope: terms from many corners of the British Isles
- Historical context: notations on usage and evolution over time
- Cross-references and variant forms to aid study and exploration
Ideal for researchers, writers, and anyone curious about dialects and the living history of English.