The Origins of Scot-Free

This episode provides text exploring the etymology and evolution of the phrase "scot-free." It explains that "scot" originally referred to a tax or payment in Old English and Norse, meaning to be exempt from this obligation. The phrase emerged in the 13th century with this financial meaning but broadened by the 16th century to signify escaping any form of punishment or consequence. Modern usage maintains this broader definition, despite the original tax-related meaning being largely forgotten. The episode shows how the term's journey from fiscal exemption to general impunity reflects centuries of linguistic change.

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