A Word a Day: A Daily Dictionary of New and Unusual Words

Learn a new word every day while discovering the rich history of the English language.

• A Word a Day is packed with 365 words that casual readers and logophiles will love learning more about.
• Discover where words come from and how they change over time.
• Learn about the surprising origins of everyday words like geek and electric.
• Add some flair to your writing with colorful words like jejune, choleric, scurrilous, and dysphemism.
• Boostyour working vocabulary!

If you’ve ever wondered how unusual words like pumpernickel or common words like fun came to be, this book is sure to delight and surprise you. A Word a Day is the perfect gift for word nerds, history buffs, and lifelong learners!