etymology

  • Fun Word Origin Stories That Are Hiding In Plain Sight

    Fun Word Origin Stories That Are Hiding In Plain Sight

    Video: Why is a daisy called a daisy? Because it comes from the Old English of Day’s Eye, when the flower opens up during the day and closest in the evening. Bonfire? Started from bone fire. Month? A moon cycle, moonth. Being alone? It’s because it’s just all one. Here are some really fun word…