
Bonus Episode 7: Stuffed Animals
The History of English Podcast
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Origins of Animal Names and Stuffing Materials
This chapter explores the origins of animal names in Old English, including the terms for dolphin and porpoise, and discusses their connections to Latin and Old Norse. It also examines how feathers were used for stuffing pillows and mattresses, and the use of wool and cotton for stuffing.
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