EPISODE · Jun 13, 2026 · 3 MIN
Mysteries of vernacular: Hearse - Jessica Oreck
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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/mysteries-of-vernacular-hearse-jessica-oreckToday, we recognize the word hearse as a vehicle that carries a coffin to a funeral. Jessica Oreck explains how this word has, at various times, described a wolf, a rake, and a frame, eventually landing at its meaning today. Lesson and animation by Jessica Oreck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/mysteries-of-vernacular-hearse-jessica-oreckToday, we recognize the word hearse as a vehicle that carries a coffin to a funeral. Jessica Oreck explains how this word has, at various times, described a wolf, a rake, and a frame, eventually landing at its meaning today. Lesson and animation by Jessica Oreck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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