The not-so-spooky origins of 'ghost' — and why the word still haunts our language
- Posted on October 22, 2025
- By NPR
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The not-so-spooky origins of 'ghost' — and why the word still haunts our language
It wouldn't be spooky season without ghosts. But they weren't always the evil spirits we see in books and movies today. For Word of the Week, we look back on the origins of "ghost."
