Description

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Learn a new word every day while discovering the rich history of the English language.

• A Word a Day is packed with 365 words that casual readers and logophiles will love learning more about.
• Discover where words come from and how they change over time.
• Learn about the surprising origins of everyday words like geek and electric.
• Add some flair to your writing with colorful words like jejune, choleric, scurrilous, and dysphemism.
• Boost your working vocabulary

If you've ever wondered how unusual words like pumpernickel or common words like fun came to be, this book is sure to delight and surprise you. A Word a Day is the perfect gift for word nerds, history buffs, and lifelong learners.