Slang
Paul Dickson
Reading Time
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Slang
by Paul Dickson
Published
1998
Publisher
Pocket Books
Pages
465
ISBN-10
0671549200
Description
A categorically arranged dictionary of American slang and popular culture features more than ten thousand entries that cover such topics as the Internet, extreme sports, the drug culture, politics, and entertainment.
Subjects
Write It Right
A dictionary of slang and unconventional English
Dictionary of Americanisms
The reader over your shoulder
Idiom structure in English
Anguished English
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Slang?
This edition of Slang has approximately 465 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Slang?
For most readers, Slang typically takes between 9h 41m and 6h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 116,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 116,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Slang?
The estimated word count for Slang is approximately 116,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Slang?
Slang was written by Paul Dickson.
When was Slang published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.