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'Google': From Brand Name to Everyday Verb—A Linguistic Case Study
Episode 185
Published 1 week, 2 days ago
Description
Josh Linsk traces how the tech giant’s name turned into a verb, exploring the linguistic process of denominalization, trademark law battles, and the broader cultural shift that turns brand names into common verbs. He examines court cases, industry reactions, and what it means for English today.
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