The origin of “the whole shebang,” meaning “the whole thing,” is somewhat mysterious. It may derive from an Irish word, shabeen, which meant “a disreputable drinking establishment,” then expanded to denote other kinds of structures, including “an...
Thinking about a flyaway, or will you spend the weekend gazing out at the catio? Grant explains these terms. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Flyaway and Catio” You’re listening to A Way with Words. I’m Martha Barnette. And I’m...