Susie Dent on Language
Michael Rosen talks to Countdown's Susie Dent about her love of words and language.
Word of Mouth · BBC Radio 4
October 18, 201627m 37s
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Show Notes
Michael Rosen and Laura Wright talk to Susie Dent, lexicographer and word lover known for her expert contribution to Countdown and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. She has been uncovering the secret language tribes of Britain: the words used only between themselves by groups like publicans, binmen and builders..what on earth is "disco rice"? Producer Beth O'Dea.