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Kind Words: A Thesaurus of Euphemisms
Kind Words A Thesaurus of Euphemisms
Author: Judith S. Neaman, Carole G. Silver
Containing over 4000 euphemisms, this reference guide explains how and why we coin euphemisms to hide fears, abide by taboos, mask secret desires, excuse misbehaviour and mention the unmentionable. The meaning, origin and usage of each word is fully detailed.
ISBN-13: 9780380712472
ISBN-10: 0380712474
Pages: 409
Edition: Rev Exp
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Publisher: Avon Books (P)
Book Type: Paperback
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