This manual provides comprehensive information for the Fighting Talk: Boxing and the Modern Lexicon, a work by Bob Jones published in 2013. This engaging examination delves into the origins and everyday usage of boxing terminology within the English language, exploring how phrases like "On the Ropes" and "Knockout Punch" have become ingrained in common discourse. The book offers a lively and thought-provoking look at the etymological journey of these terms, tracing their roots in boxing history and analyzing their evolution and current prevalence in media and conversation.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as a reference for understanding the linguistic contributions of boxing to everyday English. It covers the historical context of boxing terms, their semantic shifts, and the reasons behind their enduring popularity. Readers will find detailed explanations and etymological research that illuminate the fascinating connection between the sport of boxing and the lexicon we use daily, making it a valuable resource for those interested in language, linguistics, and the cultural impact of sports.
From 'A Low Blow' to 'Went the Distance', a fascinating and lively examination of the regular use of terms from the boxing ring in our everyday language.Have you ever stopped to notice how often your local newspaper or favourite magazine uses the terms 'On the Ropes', 'The Gloves Are Off' and 'Knockout Punch'? How often TV newsreaders will say that a politician has "Thrown His hat in the Ring', is a 'Big Hitter', is 'Taking it on the Chin', is 'Down for the Count' or has the 'Killer Instinct'?Knight of the realm, leading businessman, colourful and controversial commentator, and boxing aficionado Sir Robert - Bob -Jones certainly has. Over a period of years he made careful note of how often terms cropped up and then retraced their etymological origins in boxing history. The result is a lively, entertaining, and thought-provoking miscellany of boxing terms that are now part of our everyday English language. Some have strayed far from their original meanings, others are more frequently in use now than at any other time. Jones asks why that might be, and his answers are, well, a knockout.
Author: Jones, Bob
Publisher: RHNZ Adult ebooks
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Fighting Talk: Boxing and the Modern Lexicon
Pages: 00560 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-08-16
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781775534396
Category: Language Arts & Disciplines : Linguistics - General
Category: Literary Criticism : Reference
Category: Sports & Recreation : Boxing
From 'A Low Blow' to 'Went the Distance', a fascinating and lively examination of the regular use of terms from the boxing ring in our everyday language.Have you ever stopped to notice how often your local newspaper or favourite magazine uses the terms 'On the Ropes', 'The Gloves Are Off' and 'Knockout Punch'? How often TV newsreaders will say that a politician has "Thrown His hat in the Ring', is a 'Big Hitter', is 'Taking it on the Chin', is 'Down for the Count' or has the 'Killer Instinct'?Knight of the realm, leading businessman, colourful and controversial commentator, and boxing aficionado Sir Robert - Bob -Jones certainly has. Over a period of years he made careful note of how often terms cropped up and then retraced their etymological origins in boxing history. The result is a lively, entertaining, and thought-provoking miscellany of boxing terms that are now part of our everyday English language. Some have strayed far from their original meanings, others are more frequently in use now than at any other time. Jones asks why that might be, and his answers are, well, a knockout.
Author: Jones, Bob
Publisher: RHNZ Adult ebooks
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Fighting Talk: Boxing and the Modern Lexicon
Pages: 00560 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-08-16
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781775534396
Category: Language Arts & Disciplines : Linguistics - General
Category: Literary Criticism : Reference
Category: Sports & Recreation : Boxing
