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What’s behind the word “voice”?
The word “voice” comes from the Latin “vox,” a root that has given voice to many other words in English, as we will see in this very “vocal” etymology. Read more.
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Why is it called “polio”?
Instances of polio today are appalling—and that word is a clue to the history and origin of why polio is called “polio.” Read more.
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A many-“sided” origin: the etymology and history of “Paralympics”
The origin of the word “Paralympics” reveals the history of the international sporting sensation—and ultimately wins the straightforwardness it deserves. Read more.
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Hungarian horse carts? The origin of the word “coach” has been on a journey.
The origin of the word “coach” takes us on a (horse-drawn) journey. Learn more about the far-flung etymology of this word. Read more.
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Digging up the etymological past of “history”
The history of word “history” is also the “story” of “history.” Dig in with the etymology of the name for this school subject and discipline. Read more.
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