I had to do more research than I thought. I knew this would be work, but I don’t think you really prepared me for this.
You = the people of the world.
You should take a quick gander at what I’ve created so far. It’s smashing. Or delicious. Possibly just a miracle that I’m beyond page one, really. Page two will be similar to a virgin birth.
If you need help...check out _A History of the English Language_. Fifth Edition. It's by Albert C Baugh & Thomas Cable.
ReplyDeleteYes, the OED sucks, but deal with it. You'll get it eventually.