Build your vocabulary with help from an elephant and a landowner!

Discover a word that started life as an Elephant’s name. It’s got a fascinating story. Also learn about a word that was originally the name of a prominent American politician and landowner. Find out the connection of the latter word with actor Tom Cruise. Also learn what an oxymoron is. And the surprising origin of the word ‘brand’ that is such a big part of our lives today. All this and more coming up. Do watch. But first, if you haven’t already, do subscribe to The English Nut. Thank you. Episode # 149 TITLE: Names that became words: Jumbo and maverick. * #TheEnglishNut #EnglishTips #TEN #LanguageMemes #Video #English #Vocabulary #Words #FunnyEnglish #LearnEnglish #EnglishLesson #Tutorial #Advanced #Grammar #SpeakEnglish #meaning #etymology #education #BritishCouncil #BritishCouncilIndia #EnglishLanguageFacts #BritishEnglish #IELTS #ShashiTharoor