Explains the origins and meanings of 400 phrases commonly heard throughout the English-speaking world, introducing stories to explore the use of expressions such as "to eat humble pie" some of which originated as many as 2000 years ago.

Cassell everyday phrases: Their origins and meanings

Reference

Ewart, Neil

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Distributed by Sterling Pub., Co

The English language is full of bizarre phrases whose origins are often shrouded in obscurity. This work examines 400 of them, exploring the precise meanings of expressions as diverse as "a piece of cake" and "shank's pony", and tracing their history.

Everyday Phrases

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