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Word Myths: Debunking Linguistic Urban Legends
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Word Myths: Debunking Linguistic Urban LegendsDo you "know" that posh comes from an acronym meaning "port out, starboard home"? That "the whole nine yards" comes from (pick one) the length of a WWII gunner's belt; the amount of fabric needed to make a kilt; a sarcastic football expression? That Chicago is called "The Windy City" because of the bloviating habits of its politicians, and not the breeze off the lake?


Edited by: Maria - 28 November 2008
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