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Wonder Of Whiffling

by Adam Jacot de Boinod

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First published
2009
Pages
192
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The book is a journey of English around the world, introducing readers to words they've always wanted to know but never did. The book contains words like "Fornell" meaning to spend before earning. “cagg” means a solemn vow or resolution not to get drunk for a certain period; And "petrikhor" means a beautiful smell that accompanies the first rain after a dry spell.

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Adam Jacot de Boinod

Adam Jacot de Boinod is a British author, notable for his works about unusual words, such as his last name. Usually known as Jacot, he has written three books, the first two looking at words which have no equivalent in the English language, and his third book which reveals unusual words in English.

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First published
2009
Reading time
About 2 hours
Pages
192
Language
English
Formats
PDF, EPUB, MOBI, Read online