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Is he Santa Claus or Father Christmas? | FESTIVE ETYMOLOGY
Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
Etymology of Reindeer and Elves
This chapter explores the linguistic history of the word 'reindeer,' tracing its origins in Old Norse and its evolution. It also examines the transformation of the concept of 'elves' from mischievous beings in folklore to their modern association with Christmas, alongside a discussion on the words 'naughty' and 'nice.'
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