Etymology : The Science of Word Origins
Etymology, the study of the origin and history of words, is a fascinating journey through time and language. As the great English writer Samuel Johnson once said, "Language is the dress of thought." But what secrets do words hold within their linguistic layers? How do they evolve, adapt, and sometimes even disappear? Let's embark on this etymological adventure and uncover the surprising origins of the words we use every day.
Did you know that the word "quiz" was invented in a bet over a pot of beer?