Nincompoop is a very old English word that has been used since the 17th century. It appeared in early dictionaries, plays, and slang speech. Language experts still debate its true origin. Over time, ...

The term, long considered a slur for those with intellectual disabilities, is seeing a resurgence on social media and across the political right.

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If your starter word contains a rarely used letter, rethink your strategy. Here are the most commonly used letters in the ...

Language experts agree that no single English language rule exists for terms like "farmers market," "couple's retreat" or ...

From "dude" to "legit," these terms and sayings date back much farther than you might realize.

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A New York Times report suggested that a September US strike against a boat in the Caribbean may have been an act of “perfidy.” Legal experts weigh in.

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Former dean of the Humanities Division remembered for his gentle kindness, skill with words and shrewd sense of humor ...

In this installment of NPR's "Word of the Week" series we trace the origins of the "cravat" (borrowed from the French ...