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De Gruyter Mouton - A Dictionary of English Rhyming Slangs

Name: De Gruyter Mouton - A Dictionary of English Rhyming Slangs
Brand: De Gruyter Mouton
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A Dictionary of English Rhyming Slangs provides a deep look into a unique class of lexis that interests both academic scholars and the general public. This reference work fills a long-standing gap in linguistic studies by offering a collection of rhyming slang varieties from English-speaking communities across the globe. Built on years of extensive research, this volume explores how different social groups use rhyming slang in their daily lives. It captures the language used by diverse walks of life, including musicians, criminals, anglers, sheep-shearers, and second-hand car dealers. By documenting these variations, the work offers a comprehensive view of the Anglophone world's linguistic diversity. This dictionary is an essential resource for anyone studying English linguistics or interested in the social history of slang. It moves beyond ordinary lexical items to provide a detailed record of how language evolves within specific subcultures and communities worldwide.

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Comprehensive linguistic research based on years of extensive study of English-speaking communities.

Global coverage of rhyming slang varieties found throughout the Anglophone world.

Includes diverse social perspectives from groups such as musicians, anglers, and car dealers.

Addresses a specific need in the study of English linguistics and specialized lexis.

Documents language used by various walks of life, including criminals and sheep-shearers.

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Brand: De Gruyter Mouton
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 3110529289
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference > Dictionaries & Thesauri > Slang & Idioms
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 07 August 2017
Listed Since: 07 March 2017

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