Americanisms, Old and New

""Americanisms, Old and New"" is a comprehensive dictionary compiled by John S. Farmer that catalogues words, phrases, and colloquialisms unique to the United States, British America, and the West Indies. Originally published in 1889, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the evolution of American English and the cultural influences that have shaped it. The dictionary includes entries for a wide range of terms, from everyday expressions to regional slang and idioms. Each entry provides a definition and historical context for the term, along with examples of its usage in literature and popular culture. This book is an essential reference for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich diversity of American language and culture.Their Derivation, Meaning And Application, Together With Numerous Anecdotal, Historical, Explanatory And folklore Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.