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Making Sense of Foreign Words in English Pb (English in use) [Paperback]

John Ayto (Author)

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Publication Date: July 25, 1991 | Series: English in use

A study of foreign words which are now generally considered part of the English language. The entries are arranged in alphabetical order for ease of reference. The book lists approximately 1000 foreign words and phrases, such as nom de plume and vol-au-vent, and includes sources and definitions.

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Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: Chambers (July 25, 1991)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0550180354
ISBN-13: 978-0550180353
Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,547,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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