OXFORD DICTIONARY OF MODERN SLANG

like the way everything is discussed.

I loved the information and origins of the slang words in frequent use and found the examples given for each one clever and often hilarious.

Bought as a pressie for a Polish co-worker trying to learn English but was being taught "BBC" style and didn't have a good understanding of every day street language. Great dictionary and some highly amusing definitions for those who have English as their first language - almost tempted to buy one for myself!

The title says it all - it's a dictionary. No more, no less. Don't expect any winding tales of word and phrase origins, because you won't find any. Why? Because this is a dictionary, not an etymology book. What do you want, a genie to pop up only to tell you to bugger off (buy it, and look that one up)? You get your money's worth, and that's more than I can say for most books these days.

Bought for a friend who's first language isn't English and never gets any of the jokes in the office. She loves this book and refers to it often. Arrived in great condition and quickly.

Exellent tool for writers, readers,teachers, expats, students ... Recommended.