PLETHORA and its Bloody Origins – Meaning and Etymology

In this video we explore the meaning of the word PLETHORA – delving into its bloody origins and afterward discuss some blood-related words. The original meaning and etymology of plethora is linked to the theory of the Four Humors which was taught by the Greek physician Hippocrates and often resulted in the practice of bloodletting. We explore other blood related words like blood itself, bloody, haemorrhage, haemoglobin, and hemorrhoids.

Wize to the Wordz tries to explain the surprising word origins of common English words and expressions. This will help people learn English vocabulary and other fun facts about English. These videos try to be informative, entertaining, and funny.

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