The Public School Word-book / A conribution to to a historical glossary of words phrases and turns of expression obsolete and in current use peculiar to our great public schools together with some that have been or are modish at the universities

Name: The Public School Word-book / A conribution to to a historical glossary of words phrases and turns of expression obsolete and in current use peculiar to our great public schools together with some that have been or are modish at the universities
Author: John Stephen Farmer

By John Stephen Farmer

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The book assembles a historical glossary of words, phrases, and turns of expression used in English public schools and some universities, combining definitions, etymologies, and illustrative quotations; it covers both colloquial slang and formal institutional terminology, applies a historical-comparative method to trace survivals and innovations, documents customs and usages tied to specific schools, and appends more recent material supplied by correspondents, with the stated aim of explaining meaning and origin for students, scholars, and former schoolmen.

About the Author

John Stephen Farmer

John Stephen Farmer was a notable lexicographer and scholar, recognized for his extensive work on the English language, particularly in the realms of slang and colloquial expressions. His most significant contributions include "Musa Pedestris - Three Centuries of Canting Songs and Slang Rhymes [1536 - 1896]," which showcases the evolution of slang over centuries. Farmer also authored the multi-volume series "Slang and its Analogues Past and Present," which serves as a comprehensive reference for the history and usage of slang in English. Additionally, he produced "The Public School Word-book," a historical glossary that highlights the unique language and expressions found within British public schools. His works remain valuable resources for linguists and those interested in the cultural history of language.