The suffix 'naut' comes from the Greek and Latin words for ships and sailing. suggests 'a sailor in space.' suggests 'a chimpanzee in sailor pants'.
by Mary Roach (0 Reviews)
The term 'naut' derives from Greek and Latin, relating to ships and navigation, implying the idea of someone who navigates or sails in space. In Mary Roach's book, "Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void," she plays with the term by humorously suggesting that it could also imply a whimsical image, such as “a chimpanzee in sailor pants.” This juxtaposition highlights the playful nature of language while...
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