Description

""A Select Glossary of English Words Used Formerly in Senses Different from Their Present"" is a book written by Richard Chenevix Trench in 1859. The book is a comprehensive guide to the meanings of English words that have evolved over time, providing readers with a detailed understanding of how language changes over the years. The glossary includes words that were once commonly used in English but have since fallen out of use or have taken on different meanings. Trench provides extensive examples of how these words were used in the past, allowing readers to grasp the nuances of language and better understand the context in which they were used. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the English language or looking to expand their vocabulary with unique and obscure words.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.