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This episode ventures into the wintry realm, unravelling the origins of words that paint the chilly landscape of December, January and February, from the linguistic evolution of winter clothing like jumpers, or sweaters as they're better known in America, to the history of the beloved warming 'hot chocolate' and 'mulled wine' beverages. Also explored are the beginnings of winter based phrases such as 'cold as ice' and 'snowed under', as well as the atmospheric conditions of snow, sleet and frost.
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This episode ventures into the wintry realm, unravelling the origins of words that paint the chilly landscape of December, January and February, from the linguistic evolution of winter clothing like jumpers, or sweaters as they're better known in America, to the history of the beloved warming 'hot chocolate' and 'mulled wine' beverages. Also explored are the beginnings of winter based phrases such as 'cold as ice' and 'snowed under', as well as the atmospheric conditions of snow, sleet and frost.
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