The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition

The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition
Title The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition PDF eBook
Author Christine Ammer
Publisher Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pages 515
Release 2013
Genre Education
ISBN 0547676581

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Senior moment. Think outside the box. Idioms like these can't be understood just from the words that make them up. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms explores the meanings of idioms, including phrasal verbs such as kick back, proverbs such as too many cooks spoil the broth, interjections such as tough beans, and figures of speech such as elephant in the room. Since the publication of the first edition 15 years ago, author Christine Ammer has made extensive revisions that reflect new historical scholarship and changes in the English language. This second edition defines over 10,000 idiomatic expressions in greater detail than any other dictionary available today. English language learners will find this dictionary especially useful.

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs
Title McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Idoms and Phrasal Verbs PDF eBook
Author Richard A. Spears
Publisher McGraw Hill Professional
Pages 1100
Release 2006-02-03
Genre Foreign Language Study
ISBN 0071486852

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Learn the language of Nebraska . . .and 49 other states With more entries than any other reference of its kind,McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs shows you how American English is spoken today. You will find commonly used phrasal verbs, idiomatic expressions, proverbial expressions, and clichés. The dictionary contains more than 24,000 entries, each defined and followed by one or two example sentences. It also includes a Phrase-Finder Index with more than 60,000 entries.

The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms

The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
Title The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms PDF eBook
Author Judith Siefring
Publisher OUP Oxford
Pages 745
Release 2005-11-10
Genre Reference
ISBN 019157953X

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Did you know that 'flavour of the month' originated in a marketing campaign in American ice-cream parlours in the 1940s, when a particular flavour would be specially promoted for a month at a time? And did you know that 'off the cuff' refers to the rather messy practice of writing impromptu notes on one's shirt cuff before speaking in public? These and many more idioms are explained and put into context in this second edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Idioms. This vastly entertaining dictionary takes a fresh look at the idiomatic phrases and sayings that make English such a rich and intriguing language. A major new edition, it contains entries for over 5000 idioms, including 350 new entries and over 500 new quotations. The text has been updated to include many new idioms using the findings of the Oxford English Reading Programme, the biggest language research programme in the world. The entries are supported by a wealth of illustrative quotations from a wide range of sources and periods. For example: 'Rowling has not been asleep at the wheel in the three years since the last Potter novel, and I am pleased to report that she has not confused sheer length with inspiration.' - Guardian, 2003. 'I made the speech of a lifetime. I had them tearing up the seats and rolling in the aisles.' - P.G. Woodhouse, 1940. Many entries include boxed features which give more detailed background on the idiom in question. For example, did you know that 'taken aback' was adopted from nautical terminology, and described a ship unable to move forward because of a strong headwind pressing its sails back against the mast? The text has been entirely redesigned so that it is both elegant and easy to use. Anyone interested in the quirky side of the English language will have hours of fun browsing through this fascinating and informative volume.

The American Heritage English as a Second Language Dictionary

The American Heritage English as a Second Language Dictionary
Title The American Heritage English as a Second Language Dictionary PDF eBook
Author Houghton Mifflin Company
Publisher
Pages 0
Release 1998
Genre English language
ISBN 9780395939451

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Specifically designed to meet the needs of ESL students, this resource includes 40,000 words and phrases, with special attention given to new business, medical, science, and technology words. 250 photographs and illustrations.

Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook

Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook
Title Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook PDF eBook
Author Gail Brenner
Publisher Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pages 467
Release 2011-09-23
Genre Foreign Language Study
ISBN 054418890X

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The most comprehensive reference for understanding and using the contemporary idioms of American English—with more than 1,000 entries. Mastering the use of idiomatic language is an essential step toward achieving fluency in any language. Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook is the ideal guide to the slang, sayings, expressions, jargon, and colloquialisms of American English—covering more than 1,000 entries. Emphasizing acquisition and application, this book explains their meanings as well as when, where, why, and how to use them. A wealth of examples helps readers understand each idiom’s connotation and identify its appropriate context. An extensive index allows for quick and easy reference.

The American Heritage Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus

The American Heritage Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus
Title The American Heritage Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus PDF eBook
Author
Publisher
Pages 872
Release 2005
Genre Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN

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Combining in a single volume an up-to-date dictionary and a thesaurus, this book offers readers a convenient way to examine dictionary entries and research corresponding synonyms at the same time. The split-page design displays full dictionary entries on the upper portion of each page and full thesaurus entries on the bottom portion, which makes finding and understanding the right word easier than ever. The thesaurus section of the page is screened to highlight the dual nature of the book, providing quick access to the synonyms that relate to the dictionary entries above. The dictionary contains 70,000 entries, including extensive coverage of new words and meanings. The thesaurus contains 150,000 synonyms that are alphabetically arranged on each page to correlate with the dictionary entries on the same page. With its unique format and user-friendly features, The American Heritage(R) Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus is a convenient and invaluable resource on words.

The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms for Students of English

The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms for Students of English
Title The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms for Students of English PDF eBook
Author Houghton Mifflin Company
Publisher
Pages 0
Release 2001
Genre Americanisms
ISBN 9780395976203

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This book provides useful information on the most used components of American English idiomatic expression.