This unique dictionary presents popular slang names for North American cities. These
expressions are used instead of official names to convey additional information. They are
semantically rich and culturally meaningful telegraphically describing the characteristics of
the cities to which they refer explaining the motivations of their coiners and revealing the
attitudes of their users. The dictionary lists 500 entries each containing a headword usage
label standard equivalent and numerous contextual examples which authenticate their usage.
The material comes from a large database of quotations from media film literature and oral
sources. A reliable and practical reference the dictionary will be useful for linguists
educators students and anyone interested in the subject.
