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Going out on an etymological limb

In this blog post, the Oxford Etymologist responds to questions from readers on word borrowings and a few new etymology ideas.

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Sib and peace

In this blog post, the Oxford Etymologist responds to questions from readers on word borrowings and a few new etymology ideas.

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Some premature gleanings

I decided not to wait another week, let alone another four weeks, and discuss the notes and queries from my mail. As usual, I express my gratitude to those who have read the posts, added their observations, or corrected my mistakes.

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Hue and cry, or the mystery of red gold

I have always wanted to write about the enigmatic phrase "red gold." Our characterization of color is a matter of culture, not physiology.

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Crabbed age and youth cannot live together, but crabs and scorpions can

The origin of the word blatherskite ~ bletherskate “foolish talk; foolish talker” is supposedly secure. The Oxford Etymologist investigates.

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