A select glossary of English words used formerly in senses different from their present

In "A Select Glossary of English Words Used Formerly in Senses Different from Their Present," Richard Chenevix Trench embarks on a meticulous exploration of the evolution of the English language. This scholarly work, characterized by a precise and analytical style, serves as a critical resource for linguists and literary historians alike. Trench examines a plethora of words that have undergone sem...