The Origins of Job Titles

The video explores the etymology of job-related words like 'monger' and 'grocer'. 'Monger' originates from the Latin 'mango', evolving into various forms in English, including fishmonger and cheesemonger. The term has both literal and figurative uses, often with negative connotations. 'Grocer' comes from the Latin 'grossarius', meaning a bulk seller, and is linked to the concept of 'green grocer'. The video also touches on historical meanings of 'meat' and 'greens'.

What is the origin of the word 'monger'?

• It comes from the Latin word 'mango', meaning a fruit.

• It originates from the Latin word 'mango', meaning a trader.

• It is derived from the Old English word for butcher.

• It is a modern English invention.

What was the Old English term for butcher?

• Fishmonger

• Ironmonger

• Fleshmonger

• Costermonger

Which of the following was originally a seller of apples?

• Ironmonger

• Costermonger

• Cheesemonger

• Fishmonger

What is a common characteristic of modern figurative mongers?

• They often have negative connotations.

• They are related to food trading.

• They have positive connotations.

• They are used to describe musicians.

What does the word 'grocer' originally refer to?

• A person who sells only fruits and vegetables.

• A person who sells dairy products.

• A person who sells small quantities of goods.

• A person who sells in large quantities or bulk.

In historical terms, what did 'meat' refer to?

• Any type of food

• Only vegetables

• Only animal flesh

• Only dairy products

What does the term 'green grocer' refer to?

• A seller of dairy products

• A seller of fruits

• A seller of meat products

• A seller of vegetables