A Dictionary of Archaic and Provincial Words

<p>Delve into the fascinating world of bygone language with A Dictionary of Archaic and Provincial Words. Compiled from the fourteenth century onward this comprehensive reference work unlocks the meaning of obsolete phrases proverbs and ancient customs. Explore the rich tapestry of historical English offering a window into the lives and expressions of those who came before us.</p> <p>Compiled by J. O. Halliwell-Phillipps this dictionary is an invaluable resource for historians linguists and anyone with a passion for the evolution of language. Rediscover forgotten words and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural context in which they were used. A Dictionary of Archaic and Provincial Words is a treasure trove for word lovers and history enthusiasts alike offering a glimpse into the linguistic landscape of centuries past.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>