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Toponymns

Richard and Martha talk about toponyms, words or expressions that derive from the name of a place, and take calls from word-loving listeners.

Toponymns

Richard and Martha will celebrate some terrific toponyms , words or expressions that derive from the name of a place. Some well-known examples are champagne , binkini , canary , spa , bungalow , mocha , tangerine , and paisley .

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