zeugma
The origin and history of zeugma.
Etymology
English borrowed zeugma from Ancient Greek zeugma, meaning a yoking or a bond. The Greek word comes from a verb meaning to yoke or join, which in turn comes from the word for a yoke.
The origin and history of zeugma.
English borrowed zeugma from Ancient Greek zeugma, meaning a yoking or a bond. The Greek word comes from a verb meaning to yoke or join, which in turn comes from the word for a yoke.
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