Title | : | Dictionary of Idioms |
Author | : | |
Rating | : | |
ISBN | : | 0747527008 |
ISBN-10 | : | 9780747527008 |
Language | : | English |
Format Type | : | Hardcover |
Number of Pages | : | 320 |
Publication | : | First published January 1, 1996 |
Containing 3000 English idioms, this book traces origins, explains meanings and gives up-to-date examples of usage. There are special features on grammatical terms and figures of speech, such as dyads, catch phrases and hyperbole. Gordon Jarvie is the author of "Grammar Guide".