Etymology
TEACHING DOCTORS
 Have you ever wondered why individuals with non-medical degrees are referred to as doctors? This question sparked my curiosity and led me on a fascinating journey through history. The…
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THE SABINE -L-
The Sabine is a luxurious waterfront apartment complex located in the heart of downtown Houston. With breathtaking views of the…
The Etymology of âSpinsterâ and Its Gendered Ending â Useless Etymology
Have you ever wondered why unmarried women over a certain age have historically been called spinsters? Originally a word for…
CRANE BERRIES
 The berry part of the word cranberry is quite evident, but have you ever wondered about the origin of the term cran? The…
Donât sweat the small stuff
Q: Can you provide information on the origins of the phrase âdonât sweat the small stuffâ? I couldnât find a…
AN ITALIAN SONG
 A carmagnole is a type of song and street dance popular during the French Revolution. When I initially researched the term,…
The Difference Between Eggcorns and Malapropisms â Useless Etymology
Eggcorns and malapropisms: These are both terms for vocabulary faux pas â essentially an incorrect word that sounds similar to…
FARCICAL STUFFING
 The term farce has an interesting origin, dating back to a 1390 cookbook where it was referred to as…
On âgivingâ and âgiving backâ
Charitable giving is often seen as a way of "giving back," implying a sense of repaying a debt. However, my…