Abracadabra to zombie more than 300 wacky word origins

Provides the stories behind the meanings of such common words and phrases as Adidas, jeep, ketchup, peeping Tom, tuxedo, and Yankees.

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Main Author: Wulffson, Don L.
Other Authors: Wulffson, Pam, Lee, Jared (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Dutton Children's Books, c2003.
Edition:1st ed.
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