“If there is any invention on earth that we don't want down here, that is it,” a Congressman said about Edison’s voting machine. https://t.co/M08eTj6IJ8
An eponym is a word named after somebody or someplace.
An eponym, almost by definition, comes with a story, making them some of the most intriguing words. Knowing what an eponym is also allows you to use the word eponymous, which is always a good way to sound smart.
Some of my favourite eponyms are now commonplace products that took the inventor's name.
Here are some examples:
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The customer experience is the marketing. It's what people remember and talk about. Whether you're a flower shop, mechanic or any other small business, your experience is your brand.