Summer Sports: The origin of racket
A little Word Nerd knowledge about warm weather sports... where the word "racket" came from.
Category: Improving vocabulary
What Is a Dark Sky Community?
Have you ever heard of a Dark Sky Community? It's a pretty cool concept... and it's better for us!
Why is it called “bussing tables”?
Why is it called bussing tables when there's not a wheel in sight? The Word Nerd explains.
What is a charcuterie board?
Know how to say charcuterie, or what it even is? The Word Nerd explains, plus some cool art!
What is a Screed?
Learn what a screed is and why such a thing is more troublesome these days...
Why February is Spelled Funny
The story behind February's short length and weird spelling. The Word Nerd explains her birthday month!