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A Word for Every Day of the Year

Steven Poole

A weird and wonderful word and its meaning for every day of the year.


Who knew that to dringle is to 'waste time in a lazy lingering manner'? Or that a sudden happy ending could be termed a eucotastrophe? Looking for an alternative word to 'bullshit'? Then try taradiddle.

A Word for Every Day of the Year
is a fascinating collection of 366 words and their definitions, perfect for anyone who loves the richness of the English language, its diversity and wants to expand their vocabulary. Each day offers a rare and remarkable word with its history and definition and occasionally a challenge to include it in our lives.

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  • Classification : Language
  • Pub Date : OCT 29, 2020
  • Imprint : Quercus
  • Page Extent : 384
  • Binding : PB
  • ISBN : 9781787478589
  • Price : INR 799
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Steven Poole

Steven Poole reviews and writes on literature and culture for the GUARDIAN. He is the author of TRIGGER HAPPY a critically acclaimed study of the aesthetics and culture of videogames.

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