Slang and Euphemism

<p>This dictionary with approximately 17500 entries and 40000 definitions represents a major step forward in cataloging and explaining prohibited words and subjects. It is a collection of sexual slang and metaphor prostitutes argot homosexual slang racial slurs scatology oaths verbal weapons and terms for fears obsessions scoundrels whores and death. It takes us out of the world of polite society and into a world of free and innovative speech rich in metaphor and unabashed in its vulgarity and directness. It is the world of slang and euphemism. Dr. Richard Spears has produced an indispensable reference work for the student of language. This title originally published in 1981 is available on-demand only.</p><p><br></p><hr><p><br></p>