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AEE 1368: The Origins of Colors with Mignon Fogarty from Grammar Girl

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The Evolution of Color Language

This chapter examines the historical development of color terminology across various languages, focusing on foundational colors and the complexities of their usage in language learning. It also traces the origins of specific colors, including pink and its association with flowers, while highlighting the impact of synthetic dyes on color naming in the 1800s.

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