Language as Phenotype: Speculative Etymology
A bit of speculative etymology demonstrating language as phenotype. It all starts at birth. Literally…
Language
Biological Evolution & Language Evolution
Language evolution can resemble biological evolution. This is an example of how biology can provide insights about innovation in non-biochemical systems.
Pejoratives, Slurs, and Semantic Change
Through semantic change, normal words become pejoratives & slurs. The real problem is often a discomfort with the situation.