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A weird and wonderful word and its meaning for every day of the year.


Who 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.



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A Word for Every Day of the Year

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      Publisher: Quercus Publishing
      Publication Date: 29/10/2020
      ISBN13: 9781787478589, 978-1787478589
      ISBN10: 1787478580
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A weird and wonderful word and its meaning for every day of the year.


      Who 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.



      Trade Review
      a lexicological delight -- Professor David Crystal

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