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Thursday, October 15, 2009

322. Lucky Charm?



X is a term commonly encountered in the African-American folk belief of hoodoo. It is a type of magic charm, often of red flannel cloth and tied with a drawstring, containing botanical, zoological, and/or mineral curios, petition papers, and the like. It is typically worn under clothing. In modern usage X is increasingly being used to refer to possessing a magical touch of creativity or charm.

Which term?

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

321. The place where the Old Lady lived....

According to a one theory, the name is made up through the combination of a word meaning "place" and the name of an old woman known for her honesty and who once upon a time lived in the region.

Travelers would entrust this woman with any belongings for which they had no use on their return trip to the north. On returning home, if asked where he left his/her belongings behind, he would answer: "I left them at "the place where lived"! The two terms ended up fusing into one word, thus giving this place its name.

Identify.