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golf_mike
1137 days ago
So why is it called "ur"?
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pdevr
1136 days ago
For those wondering, this is a common word used in the academia - you can check #3 here:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ur
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vaylian
1137 days ago
Because most other languages descended from these early languages.
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golf_mike
1136 days ago
Actually never heard that expression before. Thought I might not be in the know of some very obvious jargon. Turns out it was just plain English.
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thrill
1137 days ago
That's the essence of the conversation here, isn't it?
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golf_mike
1136 days ago
I had never heard this expression before. I thought it was jargon. Thanks for your kind explanation :)
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https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ur