
Season 1 · Episode 6
Episode 6: Horse Hodgepodge
We look at the legacy of Latin words for horses a…
Word Journeys: An Etymology Podcast · Word Journeys: An Etymology Podcast
April 16, 201818m 31s
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Show Notes
We look at the legacy of Latin words for horses and cows, and how the evolving use of these animals over time led to new societal roles and new words. Plus, we discuss Vulgar Latin and a special kind of cowboy. Word List: vulgar, chivalry, cavalry, cavalier, palfrey, zebra, hippopotamus, vaccine, hackamore, cowboy, buckaroo, bronco, mustang, chaps, paniolo. For a list of sources or to contact us, visit www.wordjourneyspodcast.com.
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