Wilton, D <br/><br/>
Word myths :   debunking linguistic urban legends /  
David Wilton 
 - New York:   Oxford University Press,  2004. 
 - x, 221 p. :   ill. ;   22 cm. 
<br/><br/> Includes bibliographical references (p. 217-218) and index. 
<br/><br/> Word myths are widely held but inaccurate beliefs about language, such as ideas about “correct” grammar, fixed meanings, or linguistic purity. <br/>These myths often arise from tradition, education, and social power rather than linguistic evidence. This abstract explores how word myths shape <br/>attitudes toward language use, influence communication, and reinforce social judgments, while highlighting the importance of linguistic awareness in <br/>challenging misconceptions and promoting a more inclusive understanding of language.  http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/66 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780195172843 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Language and languages
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>DUCE PE1584 .W55