Tag: etymology
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“Drone”: where etymology meets entomology
There is a lot of noise about mystery drones buzzing overhead. It turns out there is a lot of noise buzzing behind the word “drone,” too.
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“Martial” vs. “marshal”: what’s the etymological difference?
One is from “Mars.” The other is from “horses.”
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How “jaguar” the cat—and car—got their names
The story of the word “jaguar” 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 “4B” movement?
The name for an increasingly international movement already has some very “international” etymologies.
Mashed Radish 