Words You Should Know

#41 – Singular “Octopus,” Plural “Octo-what?” & the Latest in Words You Should Know


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Welcome this episode, where we’ll not only question the difference between "conservation" and "preservation," but we’ll also explore the surprisingly complex correct answer when it comes to the plural of “octopus.” Think you know what it is? Maybe, but maybe not.

Macaque monkey grammar, whale and dolphin communications, and getting all those octopi/octopuses/octopodes straight once and for all, find out the latest in writing and communications news and more in Episode #41 of The "Words You Should Know" podcast.
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Words You Should KnowBy Kris Spisak

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