Why do we call it a unicorn?
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Charlotte Young
Studied at the University of Melbourne, Lives in Melbourne, Australia.
As a cultural and linguistic expert with a keen interest in the etymology of words, I find the question of why we call it a "unicorn" quite fascinating. The term "unicorn" has its roots in the Latin word "unicornis," which is derived from the combination of "uni-" meaning one, and "cornu" meaning horn. This Latin term was used to translate the Greek word "monokeros," which in turn was a translation of the Hebrew word "re'em." The journey of this word from its origins to its current usage in English is a testament to the evolution of language and the way in which cultures influence each other.
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2024-05-14 18:04:10
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unicornus (Vulgate), from noun use of L. unicornis (adj.) "having one horn," from uni- "one" (see uni-) + cornus "horn" (see horn). The L.L. word translates Gk. monoceros, itself rendering Heb.
2023-06-11 20:44:15
Emma Wright
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unicornus (Vulgate), from noun use of L. unicornis (adj.) "having one horn," from uni- "one" (see uni-) + cornus "horn" (see horn). The L.L. word translates Gk. monoceros, itself rendering Heb.
