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Author : Suzanne Brock
Publisher : Vintage
ISBN 13 : 9780679734109
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (341 download)
Download or read book Idiom's Delight written by Suzanne Brock and published by Vintage. This book was released on 1991 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Hans Schemann
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 9780415172547
Total Pages : 576 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (725 download)
Download or read book English-German Dictionary of Idioms written by Hans Schemann and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Containing 15,000 headwords, each entry in this dictionary provides the German equivalents, variants and contexts, as well as the degree of currency/rarity of the idiomatic expression.
Author : Sura College of Competition
Publisher : Sura Books
ISBN 13 : 9788172541552
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (415 download)
Download or read book Idioms and Phrases written by Sura College of Competition and published by Sura Books. This book was released on 2004-08 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Philip Gooden
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1408157403
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Idiomantics: The Weird and Wonderful World of Popular Phrases written by Philip Gooden and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-07-31 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Idiomantics is a unique exploration of the world of idiomatic phrases. The very etymology of the word 'idiom' reveals what's so endlessly fascinating about the wide range of colourful phrases we use in everyday speech: their peculiarity. They're peculiar both in the sense of being particular or unique to the culture from which they originate, and in the sense of being downright odd. To cite three random examples - from American English, Dutch and Italian - what on Earth are a snow job, a monkey sandwich story, and Mr Punch's secret? Fascinating and illuminating, Idiomantics explains all... The ideal gift for word buffs and in fact, anyone who enjoys a good yarn, this playful book looks at 12 groups of idioms around the world, looking at subjects such as fun and games, gastronomic delights and the daily grind.
Author : Ben Yagoda
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0698157826
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (981 download)
Download or read book You Need to Read This written by Ben Yagoda and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a critically acclaimed master of language, a look at the trends, phenomena, and battles on the front lines of modern American English. In You Need to Read This, language expert Ben Yagoda writes about the cuckoo things we have done to the English language. His witty, insightful, and wise observations and advice are gathered here together for the first time. From the phenomenon of curate, to the rise of the glottal stop, to the prevalence of starting sentences with so, to the story of an epithet of the moment (douchey), Yagoda chronicles the trends in our language. In the second part of You Need to Read This, he examines the issue of mistakes and “mistakes,” and the battles between prescriptivists, who nitpick grammar, and descriptivists, who defend new expressions and casual usage. Yagoda is on the front lines of the language wars, and you need to read this book to find out which side you’re on.
Author : Jasper Hartwell
Publisher : Ferros Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book IDIOMS Origins & Meanings: A Dictionary of Popular Sayings, Phrases & Expressions written by Jasper Hartwell and published by Ferros Publishing. This book was released on 2023-10-17 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wondered why we "bark up the wrong tree" when we're mistaken or why things seem to "go down the drain" when they fail? These quirky expressions have been passed down through generations, but do you know where they come from? In "IDIOMS: Origins & Meanings," you’ll unlock the surprising, hilarious, and sometimes bizarre origins of over 200 popular idioms that we use without a second thought. What’s inside: Over 200 Idioms Demystified: Clear, concise explanations with fun examples that show you how to use these phrases in everyday conversations. Hilarious and Strange Origins: Did you know “raining cats and dogs” has nothing to do with pets falling from the sky? Or that “spill the beans” originally involved voting secrets? This book takes you on a journey through the strange histories of idioms that will leave you laughing and enlightened. Perfect for Everyone: Whether you’re a language lover, a student brushing up on English, or someone who just enjoys learning new and intriguing things, this book has something for everyone. Boost Your Conversations: Impress your friends, colleagues, or even just enjoy knowing exactly what it means to “put the cart before the horse” or why you should “hold your horses.” The Perfect Gift for Any Occasion Looking for a unique and thoughtful gift? This bookis perfect for anyone who loves language, enjoys quirky facts, or simply wants to be the most interesting person at the dinner table. Whether it’s for a friend, family member, or co-worker, this book is a gift that will spark laughter and curiosity. Don’t miss out on this entertaining and educational book! Buy Now and start your journey into the world of idioms—where every phrase has a funny, quirky, or unbelievable story waiting to be uncovered.
Author : Martin H. Manser
Publisher : Wordsworth Editions
ISBN 13 : 9781840224917
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (249 download)
Download or read book Dictionary of Idioms written by Martin H. Manser and published by Wordsworth Editions. This book was released on 2006-08 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This dictionary explains such idiomatic phrases used in typical English conversations. Modern spoken English contains many expressions that the average English speaker scarcely thinks about and foreign learners find difficult. This dictionary explains such expressions.
Author : Christine Ammer
Publisher : HMH
ISBN 13 : 0547677537
Total Pages : 515 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (476 download)
Download or read book The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms written by Christine Ammer and published by HMH. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From “all systems go” to “senior moment”—a comprehensive reference to idiomatic English. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms explores the meanings and origins of idioms that may not make literal sense but play an important role in the language—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. With 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—a remarkable reference for those studying the English language, or anyone who enjoys learning its many wonderful quirks and expressions. “Invaluable as a teaching tool.” —School Library Journal
Author : John Arena
Publisher : High Noon Books
ISBN 13 : 9780878798896
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (988 download)
Download or read book Idioms Delight written by John Arena and published by High Noon Books. This book was released on 1990-09-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To help special needs individuals learn to understand and enjoy figurative language is the intent of Idiom's Delight. The 75 common idiomatic expressions in the book are presented in 6 lessons, each with reproducible supplementary activities to introduce and fix the meaning of the idioms in the student's memory. Teachers are encouraged to use the activities as a lighthearted part of the daily curriculum. Delightful illustrations portraying humorous literal interpretations of idioms are sprinkled throughout the book to enhance enjoyment.
Author : Kurt Guntheroth
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN 13 : 1491922036
Total Pages : 387 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (919 download)
Download or read book Optimized C++ written by Kurt Guntheroth and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2016-04-27 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today’s fast and competitive world, a program’s performance is just as important to customers as the features it provides. This practical guide teaches developers performance-tuning principles that enable optimization in C++. You’ll learn how to make code that already embodies best practices of C++ design run faster and consume fewer resources on any computer—whether it’s a watch, phone, workstation, supercomputer, or globe-spanning network of servers. Author Kurt Guntheroth provides several running examples that demonstrate how to apply these principles incrementally to improve existing code so it meets customer requirements for responsiveness and throughput. The advice in this book will prove itself the first time you hear a colleague exclaim, “Wow, that was fast. Who fixed something?” Locate performance hot spots using the profiler and software timers Learn to perform repeatable experiments to measure performance of code changes Optimize use of dynamically allocated variables Improve performance of hot loops and functions Speed up string handling functions Recognize efficient algorithms and optimization patterns Learn the strengths—and weaknesses—of C++ container classes View searching and sorting through an optimizer’s eye Make efficient use of C++ streaming I/O functions Use C++ thread-based concurrency features effectively
Author : John Walters
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 674 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)
Download or read book An English and Welsh Dictionary written by John Walters and published by . This book was released on 1828 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Peter J. Capuano
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 1501772872
Total Pages : 183 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (17 download)
Download or read book Dickens's Idiomatic Imagination written by Peter J. Capuano and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dickens's Idiomatic Imagination offers an original analysis of how Charles Dickens's use of "low" and "slangular" (his neologism) language allowed him to express and develop his most sophisticated ideas. Using a hybrid of digital (distant) and analogue (close) reading methodologies, Peter J. Capuano considers Dickens's use of bodily idioms—"right-hand man," "shoulder to the wheel," "nose to the grindstone"—against the broader lexical backdrop of the nineteenth century. Dickens was famously drawn to the vernacular language of London's streets, but this book is the first to call attention to how he employed phrases that embody actions, ideas, and social relations for specific narrative and thematic purposes. Focusing on the mid- to late career novels Dombey and Son, David Copperfield, Bleak House, Great Expectations, and Our Mutual Friend, Capuano demonstrates how Dickens came to relish using common idioms in uncommon ways and the possibilities they opened up for artistic expression. Dickens's Idiomatic Imagination establishes a unique framework within the social history of language alteration in nineteenth-century Britain for rethinking Dickens's literary trajectory and its impact on the vocabularies of generations of novelists, critics, and speakers of English.
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Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476607419
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)
Download or read book Catch Phrases, Cliches and Idioms written by and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2024-10-17 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Catch phrases such as "shop till you drop," cliches like "life begins at forty" and idioms such as "talk the hind leg off a donkey" have long enriched the English language. Here is a collection of thousands of familiar expressions--a treasure trove of idea-starters and memory-joggers that will make for more imaginative creative writing. An advertising copywriter working on a campaign for, say, a granola-peanut product can easily find the instantly-recognizable phrase "Energy Crunch"--a clever and informative headline. Each phrase is cross-referenced by key word. Thus "raining cats and dogs," for example, appears under "cat," "dog" and "rain." In most cases, various forms of the word are listed under the root word. So under "run" you will find not only sayings that include the word "run," but those that include "running," "runneth," "runner" and "run-around."
Author : Hannu Kemppanen
Publisher : Frank & Timme GmbH
ISBN 13 : 3865964036
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (659 download)
Download or read book Domestication and Foreignization in Translation Studies written by Hannu Kemppanen and published by Frank & Timme GmbH. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Papers from a conference held Septemeber 29-October 1, 2011 in Joensuu, Finland.
Author : John Kirkpatrick
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)
Download or read book Handbook of Idiomatic English written by John Kirkpatrick and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 620 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (3 download)
Download or read book The Universal Magazine of Knowledge and Pleasure written by and published by . This book was released on 1808 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Laura Pinnavaia
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 152752485X
Total Pages : 235 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (275 download)
Download or read book Food and Drink Idioms in English written by Laura Pinnavaia and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2019-01-10 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Idioms carry an aura of mystery for all speakers, owing to the discrepancy between their literal and non-literal meanings. This book clears up some of these ambiguities, by examining a series of expressions that have derived from the most instinctive and essential of all human behaviour: eating and drinking. The quantity and quality of 276 food and drink idioms are explored, investigating two hundred and fifty years of English monolingual lexicography and forty years of usage as attested by contemporary linguistic corpora. The examination of these idioms’ syntactic, semantic, pragmatic, historical, social and cultural characteristics will foster in speakers a whole new approach to idiom comprehension and usage, and will constitute thought-provoking ground for further research in other idiom domains.
