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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Old English Words We Can Use Again

Portmanteau and Other Cool Words About How We Use Words

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12 Mythic Words From Mythologies Around The World

The Curious Name Origins of World-Famous Vacation Destinations

Hobbies & Passions

17 English Words That Derive From Sanskrit

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The Mysterious Origins of the Month of April’s Name

Does March the Month Have Anything to Do With Marching?

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English Words That Came From Hindi And Urdu

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