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54. Ageing
Manage episode 438756327 series 3502312
In this episode, we get into the language of ageing, uncovering the surprising origins and histories behind words like geriatric, sage, pensioner and senior - a term originally used to distinguish fathers from their sons before taking on additional meanings. We also explore the darker side of language, revealing the connection between the word 'crone' and decaying flesh. Discover the equine roots of the phrase "long in the tooth" and trace the evolution of "silver fox" from the baseball field.
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Manage episode 438756327 series 3502312
In this episode, we get into the language of ageing, uncovering the surprising origins and histories behind words like geriatric, sage, pensioner and senior - a term originally used to distinguish fathers from their sons before taking on additional meanings. We also explore the darker side of language, revealing the connection between the word 'crone' and decaying flesh. Discover the equine roots of the phrase "long in the tooth" and trace the evolution of "silver fox" from the baseball field.
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