Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary

From aardvark to zozimus, a real dictionary of everyday and extra-usual words

(Author) Susan Rennie
Format: Paperback
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A dictionary of real and invented words used by the world's best storyteller. 'Roald Dahl Dictionary' reveals what they mean, where they came from and how he used them in his stories. It will inspire you to choose and use each word brilliantly in your own writing - whether it's a real word, a Roald Dahl word or your own made-up one.

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Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
287
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780192736482
Publish year:
2018
Publish date:
May 10, 2018

Susan Rennie

Susan Rennie is a Scottish lexicographer known for her work on Scots language and dictionaries. Her most famous work is "The Scots Thesaurus," which showcases the richness and diversity of the Scots language. Rennie's meticulous research and dedication have made her a key figure in preserving and promoting Scots literature.

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