ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD DERRY
Probably from derry down, a refrain in some folk songs, alluding to the phrase have a down on.
TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «DERRY»
The term «derry» is quite widely used and occupies the
24.386 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DERRY»
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derry in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
derry and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
The town of Derry grew up around this site, and for nearly ten generations the oak stood as a respected presence within the community, symbolizing Derry's strength of purpose and proud traditions.
William Dugan, Richard Holmes, 1995
2
History of Scandinavia: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, ...
Traces the history of Scandinavian countries, emphasizing common features in their heritage.
3
The Suspense Thriller: Films in the Shadow of Alfred Hitchcock
This book is a comprehensive study of one of the most popular genres in the cinema.
4
Planning
Derry: Planning and Politics in Northern Ireland
The story of the making and eventual implementation of a city and regional plan for the Londonderry area makes fascinating reading.
5
Derry Beyond the Walls: Social and Economic Aspects of the ...
This work was written in 1965 as a thesis for Maynooth College when great changes were in the air and one of the reasons for writing was to demonstrate that profound change was possible.
6
Breast Cancer and Iodine
This book is about cause, prevention and treatment of breast cancer.
Walter de la Mare. DOWN-ADOWN-DERRY DowN-adown-derry, Sweet Annie
Maroon, Gathering daisies In the meadows of Doone, Hears a shrill piping, Elflike
and free, Where the waters go brawling In rills to the sea; Singing ...
This charming collection of over two hundred photographs presents Derry in its quieter years, when trolleys crisscrossed the town, most of the men worked in shoe factories, and traffic on Broadway stopped each morning as the Hood cows ...
Richard Holmes, William Dugan, 2005
9
Early Records of Londonderry, Windham, and
Derry, N H
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.
Londonderry (N.H.), George Waldo Browne, Windham (N.H. : Town), 2011
10
Art and Science in Breeding: Creating Better Chickens
Art and Science in Breeding details the relationship between farm practices and agricultural genetics in poultry breeding from 1850 to 1960.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DERRY»
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derry is used in the context of the following news items.
Kerry to Derry we stand with Greece - Anderson
Sinn Fein MEP, Martina Anderson, has told the Prime Minister of Greece, Alexis Tsipras, the people of Derry suppport his country's stand ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Derry pilot project tabled as sick claims reach 3000 a year
Derry & Strabane Council is considering whether to back a new pilot initiative offering early intervention to Incapacity Benefit claimants as it ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Mamma Mia - so good I might go again
Tuesday night and the lights were low - but only for a few moments before Mamma Mia exploded on to the Derry stage. If you like the film, then ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Accused of stabbing brother
A 40-year-old Derry man has appeared in court accused of stabbing his ... An investigating officer told Derry Magistrate's Court he believed he ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Archeological dig planned for Guildhall Square
Children celebrate their discoveries during the Big Dig in Derry's Guildhall Square during St. Patrick's Day Spring Carnival. Picture Martin ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Applications flood in for OneSource Virtual jobs
Practising their pitch with 'Uncle Sam' at the OneSource Virtual jobs recruitment drive at Foyleside Shopping Centre in Derry are, from left, Julie ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
Derry man donates kidney to neighbor
Kiera Blessing / Staff photoCharlie Foote, left, received a kidney for his second transplant in 13 years from his Derry neighbor Shad McNair. «Eagle-Tribune, Jul 15»
Firefighter injured in Derry blaze
Around 50 firefighters and 10 appliances were called to tackle the fire at BricKKiln Waste on Heather Road. The fire started in a large shed ... «the Irish News, Jul 15»
'Beer and Music Fest' to benefit Derry Township animal shelter
The Foggy Mountain Lodge and Restaurant will host its first Beer and Music Fest 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, with a portion of proceeds going to ... «Tribune-Review, Jul 15»
TOUR de FRANCE: Derry cyclist rides to Le Harve today as 'thrilling …
DERRY man, Ciaran Doran and his fellow 'Le Tour - One Day Ahead' cyclists this week embarked on some of the 'toughest' and 'most exciting' ... «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
