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The English language features numerous eponymic words—terms derived from the names of individuals closely linked to specific products, services, or concepts. These words can be categorized into three types: those from mythological or fictitious names; those describing a person or their works (like Shakespearian or Shavian); and "true" eponymic words from real individuals. This engaging reference book showcases four hundred "true" eponyms spanning various fields, sourced from a diverse array of names, both foreign and English. Compiler Cyril Leslie Beecher reveals intriguing origins, such as "ampere," named after French scientist André Marie Ampère; "cardigan," from James Thomas Brudenell, the seventh Earl of Cardigan; and "zeppelin," which honors German airship designer Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin. Each entry includes a brief history of the originator, highlighting their unique claim to this form of immortality. Additionally, a subject index allows readers to explore specific topics of interest. This comprehensive and accessible dictionary offers a captivating browsing experience, filled with unusual and fascinating information about the human connections behind everyday words.
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A Dictionary of Eponyms, Cyril Leslie Beeching
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- Rok vydania
- 1988
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- Titul
- A Dictionary of Eponyms
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autori
- Cyril Leslie Beeching
- Vydavateľ
- Oxford University Press
- Rok vydania
- 1988
- Väzba
- mäkká
- Počet strán
- 214
- ISBN10
- 0192821563
- ISBN13
- 9780192821560
- Série
- Štítky
- Náučná literatúra, Učebnice
- Hodnotenie
- 4,65 z 5
- Anotácia
- The English language features numerous eponymic words—terms derived from the names of individuals closely linked to specific products, services, or concepts. These words can be categorized into three types: those from mythological or fictitious names; those describing a person or their works (like Shakespearian or Shavian); and "true" eponymic words from real individuals. This engaging reference book showcases four hundred "true" eponyms spanning various fields, sourced from a diverse array of names, both foreign and English. Compiler Cyril Leslie Beecher reveals intriguing origins, such as "ampere," named after French scientist André Marie Ampère; "cardigan," from James Thomas Brudenell, the seventh Earl of Cardigan; and "zeppelin," which honors German airship designer Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin. Each entry includes a brief history of the originator, highlighting their unique claim to this form of immortality. Additionally, a subject index allows readers to explore specific topics of interest. This comprehensive and accessible dictionary offers a captivating browsing experience, filled with unusual and fascinating information about the human connections behind everyday words.