Document Type
Article
Abstract
Languages are dynamic and fluid constructions.Their evolution cannot be stopped unless they die out at most merely slowed.By studying the evolution and adoption of potato-related terms in english,linguists can clearly see the active nature of language change through a variety of influences,the relation of the terminology to standardization,and a demonstration of the principle of linguistic relativity.
Publication Date
10-1-2015
Recommended Citation
Steele, Hannah, "Spuds! Potatoes and change in the English Language" (2015). Bakerman Student Research Awards. 13.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/bakerman/13
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