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An Etymological Dictionary of the English Language (Paperback)

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Practical and reliable, this reference traces English words back to their Indo-European roots. Each entry features a brief definition, identifies the language of origin, and employs a few illustrative quotations. An extensive appendix includes lists of prefixes, suffixes, Indo-European roots, homonyms and doublets, and the distribution of English-language sources.
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  • Paperback: 832 pages
  • Publisher: Dover Publications (June 17, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0486440524
  • ISBN-13: 978-0486440521
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #372,114 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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