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What did a "sin-eater" do? | JOB ETYMOLOGY

Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

CHAPTER

The Evolution of Job Titles

This chapter examines the historical origins and transformations of various job titles such as farrier and butcher, illustrating how specific roles have broadened over time. It discusses the linguistic variations of profession suffixes and the implications of gendered language in contemporary usage. Additionally, the chapter explores the profession of cobbling, reflecting on its decline in modern consumer culture compared to past repair practices.

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