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Word myths : debunking linguistic urban legends / David Wilton

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York: Oxford University Press, 2004.Description: x, 221 p. : ill. ; 22 cmISBN:
  • 9780195172843
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • DUCE PE1584 .W55
Online resources: Summary: Word myths are widely held but inaccurate beliefs about language, such as ideas about “correct” grammar, fixed meanings, or linguistic purity. These myths often arise from tradition, education, and social power rather than linguistic evidence. This abstract explores how word myths shape attitudes toward language use, influence communication, and reinforce social judgments, while highlighting the importance of linguistic awareness in challenging misconceptions and promoting a more inclusive understanding of language. http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/66
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 217-218) and index.

Word myths are widely held but inaccurate beliefs about language, such as ideas about “correct” grammar, fixed meanings, or linguistic purity.
These myths often arise from tradition, education, and social power rather than linguistic evidence. This abstract explores how word myths shape
attitudes toward language use, influence communication, and reinforce social judgments, while highlighting the importance of linguistic awareness in
challenging misconceptions and promoting a more inclusive understanding of language.

http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/66

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