Alcohol ORIGINS - You WON'T drink the same after this

Learn how the term 'alcohol' originated from an Arabic word referring to kohl, a cosmetic eyeliner used by Egyptian and Arabic women for centuries. Unveil the journey of this term's evolution, as English writers in the 16th and 17th centuries adopted the 'al' from Arabic words. Explore how chemists extended the concept of 'essence' from powders to liquids through sublimation, leading to the understanding of the 'spirit' of alcoholic drinks. Dive into the intriguing story of how 'alcohol of wine' evolved into the modern concept of alcohol and spirits. Like, subscribe, and enjoy this eye-opening exploration of the unexpected history behind the term 'alcohol'!

Wize to the Wordz tries to explain the surprising word origins of common English words and expressions. This will help people learn English vocabulary and other fun facts about English. These videos try to be informative, entertaining, and funny.

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