Etymology Terminology

noun a pair of similar or identical things, especially garments

• The museum displayed a rare 16th-century doublet worn by a nobleman.
• I found a cool doublet costume at the thrift store for the Renaissance fair.
• Check out my new doublet, it's so stylish!
• His words and actions were like a doublet, matching perfectly in their deceit.

noun a combining form used in the names of sciences or bodies of knowledge, such as biology or theology

• The study of rocks and minerals is known as geology.
• I find geology fascinating because it helps us understand the Earth's history.
• I'm taking a class on rock 'n' roll geology - it's all about the history of music!
• Her mind was a jumbled mess, like a geology of thoughts and emotions.

verb to have a specified beginning or origin

• The concept of democracy is said to originate from ancient Greece.
• I heard that pizza actually originates from Italy.
• I'm not sure where that rumor originated, but it's definitely not true.
• His fear of public speaking seems to originate from a childhood trauma.

noun a medieval expression of gratitude or thanks

• The nobleman expressed his gratitude with a simple 'gramercy' before departing.
• I told my friend 'gramercy' for helping me move into my new apartment.
• I was so surprised when my coworker said 'gramercy' instead of 'thanks.'
• The artist's masterpiece was a true 'gramercy' to the beauty of nature.