WORDS

And how do chauvinism and jingoism factor in?

The original meaning of ‘the full monty’ may involve a hearty breakfast or a three-piece suit.

Plus, a map of the state names that are hardest to spell.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

The words we use for family members in English are specific about some things, but vague about others. These words will help fill in the gaps.

Here’s the invisible etymology that turned Johns into Jacks.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

The etymology of the ironworking tool comes with a slight twist.

Discover the curious origins of America’s favorite ballpark snack and why it’s called a “hot dog” to begin with. (Spoiler: It doesn’t involve any literal dog meat.)

Their etymologies, unearthed.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?