A Dictionary of the Kentish Dialect and Provincialisms (Classic Reprint): In Use in the County of Kent

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by W. D. Parish

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Discover the language of Kent with a detailed glossary of its dialect and provincialisms. This reference compiles hundreds of Kentish terms, offering clear definitions, pronunciation guides, and real examples that illuminate how people spoke in the county. The book presents a wide range of words—from everyday chores to village culture—capturing regional flavor and older usages still known in Eastry, Folkestone, Romney Marsh, and beyond. - Learn how words were used in context, with headwords, parts of speech, and practical definitions. - See regional variations within Kent, including East and West Kent differences. - Explore terms tied to farming, crafts, local wildlife, and rural life, all rooted in historical usage. - Gain insight into spelling variants, etymology hints, and cross-references to related dialect forms. Ideal for readers interested in regional history, language, and Kentish heritage who want to understand local speech through concrete examples and approachable definitions.

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