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Etymology is not an exact science, but the stories behind word origins and etymologies can still teach us a lot about linguistics. In this episode of The List Show, Erin breaks down the interesting etymology of 70 words, from vaccine to science.

You'll learn the etymology of vaccine and much more.

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