americanisms

Defines slang, regional, informal, cliche, and proverbial expressions that are used widely in America.

Presents alphabetically arranged entries of vernacular words and phrases from the United States, with a thematic thesaurus, usage and etymological information, indicators for potentially objectionable slang, and other resources.

Examines the history and evolution of the English language in America from the sixteenth century to the present.

Traces the origins of the word "OK," explaining how it was created, what it stood for, and how it has become one of the most ubiquitous words in the English language.

A linguistic history, told through anecdote and humor, of American speech and English word usage in the United States.

An alphabetical listing of words related to life on the American frontier, from ague and bank barn to wheelwright and zoetrope.

Presents examples of folk speech used during the period 1815 to 1950. Identifies their meaning and the regions in which they were collected.

Teaches English as a second language to Russian speakers through the use of pictures dealing with everyday topics such as the body, post office, law, travel, and family.