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Who is the Jack in a deck of cards? | GAME WORDS

Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

CHAPTER

Intro

This chapter delves into the etymology of the word 'game', tracing its roots from Old English and its cognates in other Germanic languages associated with joy. The speakers discuss the evolution of the term and its application to various forms of entertainment, all while engaging in a lighthearted dialogue filled with friendly competition.

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