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The etymology of “pope”: a warm word of hope?
The origin of the word “pope” fits its late bearer, Pope Francis, and for all its baggage, might just provide a much needed alternative model of masculinity for our times. Read more.
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“Drawing out” lessons from the origin of “education”
The etymology of the word “education” is vitally instructive right now. Read more.
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The etymological sound and fury of “outrage”
The origin of “outrage” goes “beyond” the obvious. Plus, the roots of “rage” are, in fact, “rabid.” Read more.
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“Woof woof” and “iam fari”: divinity, humanity, dogs, and etymology behind first words in Michael Erard’s “Bye Bye I Love You”
The etymology of the word “infant” left me ‘speechless,’ thanks to Michael Erard’s enlightening and poetic new book about our first and last words. Read more.
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In life, and etymology, love is love
“Love” is related to the word “belief.” Isn’t that nice? Read more.
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