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Quick, what’s the plural of octopus? Did you say octopi? You’re not alone. [read more...]

A creature of the far north is the lemming. But this word doesn’t just refer to a mouse-like rodent. It is also used to describe people who follow the crowd without question, potentially leading to dangerous consequences. This metaphor comes from the myth that large groups of lemmings jump off of cliffs when they migrate. While this legend isn’t true, it’s still a good idea to avoid becoming a lemming. Think for yourself and make good choices, even if it seems like crowd is doing something different. [read more...]

Freudian is the shortened version of the psychology term “Freudian Slip”. This is a phrase often used when someone lets a thought or emotion from their subconscious verbally slip out. Sigmund Freud is one of the most well known psychologists. He founded psychoanalysis and treatment through free association. Many of his theories and techniques are still widely used today. [read more...]

There are many useful words that find their origins in geography. Here are just a few. [read more...]