Question

Select the correct response.

Etymology is derived from two Greek words and means _____.
the study of true word meaning
the study of many word meanings
the illumination of many word meanings
the study of words in history

Answer 1

Etymology of the word is the study of the original, historical meaning of the word, as reflected in its history. A simple example: etymology of laptop is that it was on top of lap. the correct answer is the study of words in history /

Answer 2

Etymology is derived from two greek words and mens the study of true word meaning.

The etymology is derived from two Greek words, "etymos" that is translated as true or authentic, and "loggia" which is treated or studied.

Therefore the meaning of the word etymology is the study of true meaning of the word.

At present etymology is called the study of the origin of words, their oncorporation into lenguages and their meaning. As well as the changes that have happened over time.