Word Origins

Some of our English words have very unique and surprising origins. Find out where some of your favorite words came from.

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Got the fever to know more about how Saturday got its name? This article has everything you need to know about the merriest day of the week.

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Don't let scrumptious food pass you by—learn the names and origins of these frequently used cooking tools and dishes.

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If you're reading this in your pajamas, you have the Hindi and Urdu languages to thank for that word, and for many more than you realize.

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