A Word for Every Day of the Year

A weird and wonderful word and its meaning for every day of the year.'A lexicological delight' Professor David CrystalWho knew that to dringle is to 'waste time in a lazy lingering manner'? Or that a sudden happy ending could be termed a eucotastrophe? Looking for an alternative word to 'bullshit'? Then try taradiddle.A Word for Every Day of the Year is a fascinating collection of 366 words and their definitions, perfect for anyone who loves the richness of the English language, its diversity and wants to expand their vocabulary. Each day offers a rare and remarkable word with its history and definition and occasionally a challenge to include it in our lives.

ISBN:	9781787478572
Publisher:	Quercus Publishing
Imprint:	Quercus
Published date:	03 Oct 2019
DEWEY:	428.1
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	384
Weight:	528g
Height:	147mm
Width:	222mm
Spine width:	37mm

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