Tuesday, February 9, 2016

10 Everyday Words With Unsuspected Origins-- Part 2: Quarrel

5.  VILLAIN (N)--  Person  guilty or capable of a crime. Origin:  farm workers

4.  POOP  (N)--  Well, you know.  Origin:  An abrupt sound from a wind instrument.

3.  QUARREL  (N)--  Angry argument or disagreement. Origin:  A square-headed crossbow bolt.

2.  SWASTIKA  (N)--  Symbol of the Nazi Party or Third Reich.  Origin:  Well-being and good luck.

1.  SABOTAGE  (N)--  Deliberately destroy, damage or obstruct.  Origin:  To walk noisily wearing wooden shoes.

Women in High Heels Sure Sabotage.  CootStompStomper

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