Complete Idiot's Guide to Weird Word Origins

Get ready to chew the fat.This engaging, humorous new book explains the not-so-common origins of such commonly used phrases as "e;apple-pie order,"e; "e;chew the fat,"e; and "e;hat trick."e; Presented in a fun, easy-to-read style, it provides entertaining insight on metaphorical phrases, weird words, and strange expressions and takes readers on a journey through the bizarre and eccentric origins that make up our everyday speech.* Word books have gained in popularity not just with students and linguaphiles, but with a general population interested in the fascinating development of our language* Contains back stories for 500 intriguing words and phrases* Fun to flip through and also fun to read cover to cover