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Where does the word “spooky” come from?
The word “spooky” may be haunted by an elusive etymology, but its earliest known use is decidedly comic. Read more.
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Out of the etymological gourd: Why do we call them “gourds”?
Words, gourds, marriages. Perfect in, perfect for their imperfections. Read more.
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The Jane Austen Game: A charming immersion into the great author’s literary world
Beautiful. Ingenious. Impressively conceived. The Jane Austen Game is a handsome homage to its brilliant inspiration. Read more.
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What’s so “long” about a “longshoreman”?
The word “longshoreman” unloaded a vowel along the course of its history. Read more.
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Why does “pygmy” mean “small”?
Pygmy is a “small” word whose etymology packs a mighty punch. Read more.
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