#Etymology
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The Oxford English Dictionary added 11 Japanese words like mottainai and ekiden in December 2025. Discover how Japanese culture is permanently reshaping the English language.
Explore 15 daily English word origins from Greek Roman myth, from 'Cereal' to 'Panic'. Discover how ancient gods still rule our modern vocabulary.
Explore the real history and evolution of 'woke'. From its 1930s origins in Black American culture to its 2026 status as a political weapon in the culture wars.
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Did you know that in Shakespeare's time, 'nice' meant foolish and 'brave' meant well-dressed? Explore 12 common words whose meanings have completely changed over the last 400 years.
Feeling 'awvish'? Suffering from a 'kiffle'? Dive into 10 forgotten English words for winter sickness, from a 'meldrop' on your nose to the 'alysm' of being stuck in bed.
Ever wonder about the origin of Santa's 'ho ho ho'? Discover the surprising history of the iconic laugh, which evolved from an expression of derision and triumph to the Christmas catchphrase we know today.
