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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BENGALI BUNGALOW
 The term bungalow was first introduced in the late 17th century as Bungale. Over time, it evolved into variations…
A SPLENDID ETYMOLOGY
The term splendid first appeared in the 1620s as a shortened version of the existing adjective splendidous, derived from the…
FOREST PERSON
 Today, someone inquired about the connection between the word orangutan and the color orange. While it would be convenient…
DEALING OUT ORDEALS
 The term ordeal took on its modern meaning in the mid-17th century. Originally a legal term, it was used…
The Grammarphobia Blog: On books and bribery
Q: The New York Times recently published a headline that read, "I Paid My Kid $100 to Read a Book.…
PLACE-HOLDER
 Apparently, there is a difference in pronunciation between Americans and British people when it comes to the word lieutenant.…
FREELANCE MERCENARIES
 The term freelance first appeared in Sir Walter Scott's 1819 novel Ivanhoe, referring to a type of mercenary warrior…
CHARMING FETISHES
 The term "fetish" can have various meanings, including a sexual fantasy, a fixation, or a spiritual object used by…