Words are used to convey ideas and feelings. Way before written text they were the repository of culture and traditions. But words evolve and can get a new meaning totally different from the one initially intended. A fascinating journey through the funny roads of language!
Thursday, February 7, 2013
From game to job: knuckle down!
The expression "to knuckle down", meaning to apply oneself earnestly or vigorously originated from playing marbles: players used to put their knuckles to the ground for their best shots
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