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Where do words come from? How and when were they invented? Why are
there they invented? Why are there so many different languages? Why
do many languages share the same or similar words for the same
things? The answers to all these questions lie in the study of
etymology. This concerns the roots of words and how the sounds and
spellings, as well as the meanings, have evolved over time. How did
'lollypops' get their name? (In the northern part of England,
"lolly' means "tongue') Useful for reference and fun for browsing,
A2Z Book of word Origins is also an interesting way to expand
vocabulary and enjoy doing it. This book gives a history of the
words, expressions and cliches we use
Little Red Book of Language Checklist is an exciting exploration of
the fascinating world of words. Words are everywhere on billboards,
radio, television and print and they form the basis of all forms of
communication. This book will help you understand words better
through a checklist that includes information on: hyphenated words;
silent letters in words; single words for phrases; difficult and
unfamiliar words (for instance, the names of phobias). Grab this
book its the best thing you can do to help you improve your
knowledge of words and language.
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