The Oxford Dictionary of Slang
- ISBN-10
- 0198607636
- ISBN-13
- 9780198607632
- Category
- Reference
- Pages
- 474
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2003-01-01
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Author
- John Ayto
Description
The ideal reference for those interested in the more quirky and unofficial words used in English. Each area of life and each aspect of the world that generates slang is explored in turn. Including surprisingly old words such as booze and guzzle as well as the most up-to-date words like humongous and lunchbox, this fascinating book is sure to provide a stonking good read for all.
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