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      The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology

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      Provides a brief account of the origins, history, and sense-development of a large part of the vocabulary of modern English, including both basic words and a wide selection of derivative forms.
      Where did the words bungalow and assassin derive? What did nice mean in the Midd...

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      Product ID:9780192830982
      Product Form:Paperback / softback
      Country of Manufacture:GB
      Series:Oxford Quick Reference
      Title:The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology
      Authors:Author: T. F. Hoad
      Page Count:576
      Subjects:Historical and comparative linguistics, Historical & comparative linguistics, Reference works, Reference works, English
      Description:Select Guide Rating
      Provides a brief account of the origins, history, and sense-development of a large part of the vocabulary of modern English, including both basic words and a wide selection of derivative forms.
      Where did the words bungalow and assassin derive? What did nice mean in the Middle Ages? How were adder, anger, and umpire originally spelt?The answers can be found in this essential companion to any popular dictionary. With over 17,000 entries, this is the most authoritative and comprehensive guide to word origins available in paperback. Based on The Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology, the principal authority on the origin and development of English words, it contains a wealth of information about our language and its history.
      Imprint Name:Oxford University Press
      Publisher Name:Oxford University Press
      Country of Publication:GB
      Publishing Date:1993-06-03

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      Weight398 g
      Dimensions191 × 120 × 26 mm