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Why leprechauns are shoemakers. The March equinox versus the vernal equinox.

Mar 17, 2026 · 13m

<p>1168. This week, we look at the word "leprechaun" and its surprisingly wild origin story involving shoemaking, ancient Rome, and wolf-men. Then we look at the word "equinox": its Chaucer connection, the newer word "equilux," and why the first point of Aries is actually in Pisces now (and headed for Aquarius).</p><p>🔗 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cw/grammargirl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join the Grammar Girl Patreon.</a></p><p>🔗 <strong>Share your familect recording in </strong><a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/GrammarGirl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Speakpipe</strong></a><strong> </strong>or by leaving a voicemail at<strong> </strong>833-214-GIRL (833-214-4475)</p><p>🔗 <strong>Watch my …

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