Etymology which focuses on word origins is a fascinating topic. It turns out, that most English words can be traced back to Germanic or Latin roots.

What is the meaning of the word etymology as it is used in this paragraph?
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a different language than the one spoken

an interesting subject

the study of where words come from

a language used in ancient times

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The meaning of the word "etymology" as it is used in this paragraph is:

the study of where words come from.