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Stationarius in Latin

Stationary shop was the first time shops that didn't move. The word comes from stationarius in Latin, which means 'to stand' or to be stationary. There is something special about a stationary shop - it's not just paper and ink. It could also act as a post office with letters being sent for you.

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