How could one man write a dictionary? | SAMUEL JOHNSON
Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
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Exploring Language: Etymology and Society
This chapter examines the origins and societal implications of words from Samuel Johnson's dictionary, highlighting gendered language and the evolution of definitions. It offers a humorous take on various terms while analyzing how attitudes of the time reflect in the language used. The discussion also reveals the tension between descriptive and prescriptive linguistics and critiques Johnson's unique definitions.
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