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The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition
Senior moment. Think outside the box. Idioms like these can't be understood just from the words that make them up. The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms explores the meanings of idioms, including phrasal verbs such as kick back, proverbs such as too many cooks spoil the broth, interjections such as tough beans, and figures of speech such as elephant in the room. Since the publication of the first edition 15 years ago, author Christine Ammer has made extensive revisions that reflect new historical scholarship and changes in the English language. This second edition defines over 10,000 idiomatic expressions in greater detail than any other dictionary available today. English language learners will find this dictionary especially useful.
Unsung: a History of Women in American Music
The activity of women in American music from the 18th to 21st centuries. It describes hundreds of women composers, instrumentalists, conductors, orchestra and opera managers, music educators, and music patrons.
American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms
For use in schools and libraries only. Covering almost 10,000 idioms and phrases, a reference work on common American vocabulary and idiomatic expressions defines each entry and provides a contextual sentence.
The Encyclopedia of Women's Health
The latest edition of a popular reference covers a full range of women's health issues, including the latest discoveries, health issues, and treatments, described in clear, concise language for readers. Simultaneous.
The Dictionary of Clichés
The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features more than four thousand unique clichés and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an insightful example. Some of the clichés brought into the limelight include: • Blood is thicker than water • Monkey see, monkey do • Brass tacks • Burn the midnight oil • Change of heart • Moral fiber • By the book Whether clichés get under your skin or make you happy as a clam, The Dictionary of Clichés goes the extra mile to provide an essential resource for students, teachers, writers, and anyone with a keen interest in language. And that’s food for thought.
Dictionary of Business and Economics
Defines and explains terms related to management, banking, finance, insurance, real estate, investment, data processing, marketing, and economic theory.
Have a Nice Day--no Problem!
Gives information about some 3000 cliches and expressions in the English language.
Fighting Words
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Cool Cats, Top Dogs, and Other Beastly Expressions
Tells the stories of over 1,000 beastly words and phrases in highly informative and fascinating essays you will turn to again and again.
