Excerpt from A Provincial Glossary: With a Collection of Local Proverbs, and Popular Superstitions
The third are mere arbitrary words, not deducible from any primary fource or lan guage, but ludicrous nominations, from fome apparent qualities in the objeét or thing, at firfi fcarcely current out or the parifh, but by time and ufe extended over a whole county. Such are the Church-warden, Jack iharpnails, Crotch-tail, &c.
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Excerpt from A Provincial Glossary: With a Collection of Local Proverbs, and Popular Superstitions
The third are mere arbitrary words, not deducible from any primary fource or lan guage, but ludicrous nominations, from fome apparent qualities in the objeét or thing, at firfi fcarcely current out or the parifh, but by time and ufe extended over a whole county. Such are the Church-warden, Jack iharpnails, Crotch-tail, &c.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed exploration of provincial and local words used throughout England from the 16th to 19th century. The author has compiled and categorized a vast collection of terms and phrases, aiming to preserve these linguistic relics and offer insights into the diverse dialects once spoken across the country. Arranged alphabetically, the book delves into the origins, meanings, and regional variations of numerous words, including slang, archaisms, and imported terms from foreign languages. The author's meticulous research and comprehensive coverage make this an indispensable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of the English language. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331999515_0
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