etymologist

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A few etymologists liken the scooped blade of the scull to the hollow basin of the skull—and others have argued that humans once made these drinking-bowls from actual human skulls.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2021

Farmer: While etymologists are unsure of the origin of “punt” as it relates to football, that connection to gambling is not among the leading theories.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2019

Some barroom etymologists say the expression “eighty-six” was coined at Chumley’s, whose address is 86 Bedford Street.

From New York Times • Aug. 7, 2016

Some language etymologists suggest these phrases emerged in the U.S. during the 1950’s to express sarcasm in the style of Yiddish humor.

From Forbes • Jan. 28, 2015

This truth is recognized by all etymologists, and by all students of language, although it has not yet found acceptance among men of letters, who are rarely students of language in the scientific sense.

From Americanisms and Briticisms with other essays on other isms by Matthews, Brander