By John Ayto (author)
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A fun and informative dictionary on the origins of words.
This new edition of the Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins, now available in paperback, is an engaging, funny, and absorbing history of thousands of words and phrases used in everyday language. It is perfect for additional language reference and helps develop an insight into the words we use every day.
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Suitable for: Age 10+, Y6/7, KS2, P6, teachers, librarians, parents.
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-14 years old
Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins features in the following genres: Featured Books for 13+ readers, Recommendations, Dictionaries, Reference Works, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 11+ readers
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Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins was written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press
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