Category: Feature
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On the origins of “mocha” and “mousse”
A Red Sea port and green ground cover lie behind the name of a headline color.
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“Martial” vs. “marshal”: what’s the etymological difference?
One is from âMars.â The other is from âhorses.â
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How âjaguarâ the catâand carâgot their names
The story of the word âjaguarâ is a story of cats ⊠and dogs.
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Something “Glicked” this way comes (to a theater near you)
Of weapons, witches, and portmanteau words: it’s an etymological double feature on “gladiator” and “wicked.” Stay for the credits!
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Why is it called the â4Bâ movement?
The name for an increasingly international movement already has some very âinternationalâ etymologies.
Mashed Radish 