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Towhead

Someone who’s flaxen-haired is said to be towheaded. Martha explains what kind of “tow” is involved. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Towhead” Hello, you have A Way with Words. Hi. Hi, who’s this? This is Louise Miller. Well...

Tow-Headed

A fair-haired listener has been puzzled by the origin of a word she’s heard all her life: “tow-headed.” And no, it has nothing to do with the digits on one’s feet. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Tow-Headed” Hello, you have A Way...