How the Ever-Changing English Language Constantly Redefines What Counts as a Word

In the final episode of the Language Files, host Tom Scott–with help from linguist Gretchen McCulloch–addresses the changing nature of the English language and how it redefines what a word actually is in “What Counts as a Word?“

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Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.

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