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Ghost Words

Ghost Words

In 1886, a lexicographer named Walter Skeat first used the phrase “ghost words” to describe words that he said had “no real existence.” In other words, ghost words are words that weren’t real to begin with—they made it into the dictionary because of an error or misunderstanding.

Posted bylilybrambleNovember 18, 2019Posted inWords & WordplayTags:Grammar, WritingLeave a comment on Ghost Words

The 10 Coolest Words We Can’t Believe No One Has Adopted

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Since launching our adopt-a-word program back in 2014, hundreds of words have been taken into loving homes. But there are some words we can’t believe are still up for the taking. Here are our 10 most interesting words that are still available for adoption.

Posted bylilybrambleJuly 31, 2019Posted inWords & WordplayTags:cool words, New words, unusual wordsLeave a comment on The 10 Coolest Words We Can’t Believe No One Has Adopted
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