The Words of the Day

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The Words of the Day is written by Steven Cerutti and published by Rampant TechPress. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0976157330 (ISBN 10) and 9780976157335 (ISBN 13).

With uncanny scholarship and uniquely wry wit, this book is a must-read for anyone who has ever wondered about common word usage. Through exploring the classical roots of the English language, readers learn the origins of numerous words, many of which can be definitively tracked back to their first use. Readers also learn that many offensive words (pornographywas an ancient word for menu andfornicationwas actually an architectural term) have innocuous and humble Greek and Roman beginnings. Designed to be instructional and filled with concise information and plenty of examples, this reference will be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in learning more about the words they speak.