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Lost origins of words revealed.

We like to recount that goodbye started out as 'god be with you,' that whiskey comes from the Gaelic for 'water of life,' or that avocado originated as the Aztec word for 'testicle.' But there are many words with origins unknown, disputed, or so buried in old journals that they may as well be lost to the general public. In Origin Uncertain: Unraveling the Mysteries of Etymology, eminent etymologist Anatoly Liberman draws on his professional expertise and etymological database to tell the stories of less understood words such as nerd, fake, ain't, hitchhike, trash, curmudgeon, and quiz, as well as puzzling idioms like kick the bucket and pay through the nose. By casting a net so broadly, the book addresses language history, language usage (including grammar), history (both ancient and modern), religion, superstitions, and material culture.

Writing in the spirit of adventure through the annals of word origins, Liberman also shows how historical linguists construct etymologies, how to evaluate competing explanations, and how to pursue further research.

Summary: Lost origins of words revealed. We like to recount that goodbye started out as god be with you. An excellent pick for readers who enjoy polished writing and meaningful themes. An engaging read that combines strong writing with lasting appeal.
Origin Uncertain: Unraveling the Mysteries of Etymology book is a title built around Origin Uncertain: Unraveling the Mysteries of Etymology, presented here as a hardcover title. The listing credits Liberman, Anatoly, making the item easy to identify for readers searching for this specific work. It contains 344 pages, is listed in English, and and is published by Oxford University Press.
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Author(s): Liberman, Anatoly
Book Type: New Book
Genre: General, Etymology, Lexicography
Format: Hardcover
ISBN-10: 0197664911
EAN: 9780197664919
Language: English
Number of Pages: 344
Publication Date: 2024-04-01
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Weight: 1.05 Pounds

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