Algebra
2024The metaphors we live by:
Loanwords such as "algebra" have a complex history. Exploring the linguistic journey of "algebra" from multiple perspectives illustrates how our perception of loanwords develops over time. Its lineage from the Islamic Golden Age (8th-13th Century) to the present reveals linguistic interactions and the intricacies of language exchange. It also demonstrates the rich, multifaceted nature of loanwords and their impact on language evolution.