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Etymology at the intersection of news, life, and everyday language.

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  • How “jaguar” the cat—and car—got their names

    How “jaguar” the cat—and car—got their names

    The story of the word “jaguar” is a story of cats … and dogs. Read more.

    John Kelly
    November 28, 2024
    Feature

  • Something “Glicked” this way comes (to a theater near you)

    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! Read more.

    John Kelly
    November 22, 2024
    Feature

  • Why is it called the “4B” movement?

    Why is it called the “4B” movement?

    The name for an increasingly international movement already has some very “international” etymologies. Read more.

    John Kelly
    November 14, 2024
    Feature

  • Again.

    Again.

    The Adverbial States of America—or “e praepositione unum”? Read more.

    John Kelly
    November 10, 2024
    Feature

  • The many-layered etymology of “onion”

    The many-layered etymology of “onion”

    Etymologically speaking, an “onion” is a “union,” which is also a … “pearl”? Read more.

    John Kelly
    October 30, 2024
    Feature

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