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Wise-Crack Dictionary
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Dictionaries & EncyclopediasLexicography
ISBN13: 9781025254203
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Dec 12 2025
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.13
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Wise-crack dictionary offers a captivating journey into the vibrant world of American English slang and colloquialisms. This meticulously prepared print edition captures a unique moment in linguistic history, presenting a definitive collection of wisecracks, idiomatic expressions, and popular jargon. Far more than a simple lexicon, this volume serves as an invaluable resource for anyone fascinated by the ever-evolving nature of language.
Dive into a rich tapestry of Americanisms, uncovering the origins and meanings behind the spirited utterances that color everyday speech. Whether exploring the historical context of a phrase or simply delighting in the cleverness of a bygone wisecrack, readers will find endless insights within these pages. Wise-crack dictionary stands as a testament to the dynamic spirit of the English language in the United States, meticulously documenting the slang that shaped conversations and culture. It is an essential addition for language enthusiasts, lexicographers, and anyone with an appreciation for the enduring power and wit of colloquial expression.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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