Chambers Dictionary of Etymology : The Origins and Development of over 25,000 English Words

by Robert K. Barnhart

Book Overview

How are the words 'door' German 'Tzr' and Sanskrit 'dvar' related? When did the word Blarney first appear in print? What's the linguistic history of the word 'history'? The Chambers Etymological Dictionary holds all the answers for any person curious about the origins of the words they use, and how these words have changed over time. This fascinating dictionary explores the development of meaning, spelling, and pronunciation of over 25,000 English...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B002G7JAYC
• ISBN13: 9780550142306
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Length: 1320 Pages
• Weight: 4.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.4" x 7.2" x 10.1"