Chinese secret language dictionary of the martial arts world

Author: Liu Yanwu
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: This book compiles over 7,000 terms of obscure language, including slang, underworld jargon, secret codes used by secret societies, etc., from Chinese history and modern times. It categorizes and explains these terms, indicating which ones are used in which regions, among which groups, and their meanings, especially revealing the language used by social outcasts. This book provides readers with certain guidance or caution in understanding society. It is particularly a rare and valuable reference for staff in the public security, procuratorial, and judicial systems.