What exactly is a "petard" anyway? | FOSSIL WORDS
Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
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Fossil Words and Linguistic Evolution
This chapter examines the intriguing concept of fossil words, particularly focusing on terms like 'fro-ward' and their historical significance. It draws parallels between the evolution of language and technological design, revealing how certain words retain traces of their original meanings while others fade into obscurity.
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