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I did this in five word bursts, sometimes multiple a day, rather than one a day to keep up with library loans period, but it was still marvelously diverting rather than overwhelming. I can't say I'll remember every word I learned about but I always enjoy etymological entertainment. 1/?
Try THAT one on today! 👀🫣
I don't remember "I F'd your mom" dating back to Shakespeare coming up in English class. ? Probably why we did Hamlet instead of Titus Andronicus. Sidebar: Serious cognitive dissonance around seeing 'your mum' - UK version seems way more charming than North American 'yo mama'.
Rarely been in a position to test hangover cures, but having a good cry sounds at least as anecdotally comforting as a greasy breakfast. 🤷🏼♂️😭🥹
When my eyes are watering and I'm searching for the Kleenex, it's good to know there might be a positive superstition involved.
UK (English and Scottish) words I've never heard of.
Some entries actually include multiple words under the heading of one, and some entries fully admit that the original origin can only be guessed at.
Diving into word history also meant getting many snippets of world history in the bargain). 2/? 3mo
The book's 2020 publication date meant multiple references to COVID and Trump. 3/3 3mo