The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang (Oxford Paperback Reference S)
Book Details
Author(s)
Fr John Ayto
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN / ASIN
0198607512
ISBN-13
9780198607519
Sales Rank
#2,897,718
Category
English language
Marketplace
United States 🇺🇸
Description
Number of Pages 336
Type Paperback
Rhyming slang is a subject of perennial interest to the general language-conscious public. Entries are arranged in subject areas, such as clothing, food and drink, and animals. John Ayto explores the range and development of rhyming slang during its 150-year history, from traditional Cockney Rhyming Slang to the popney rhyming slang of today.Rhyming slang is a subject of perennial interest to the general language-conscious public. Entries are arranged in subject areas, such as clothing, food and drink, and animals. John Ayto explores the range and development of rhyming slang during its 150-year history, from traditional Cockney Rhyming Slang to the popney rhyming slang of today.
