Semantricks: A Dictionary of Words You Thought You Knew

A humorous look at the English language features a concise dictionary containing offbeat, literal, and punning definitions of more than eight hundred words, including 'Claustrophobia,' a fear of St. Nick; 'Futility,' a power failure at ConEd; and 'Mushroom,' a sled dog practice space. Original. 17,500 first printing.