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TIL the dictionary isn't as much an instruction guide to the English language, as it is a record of how people are using it. Words aren't added because they're OK to use, but because a lot of people have been using them.

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6yvJ TIL the only difference between white and brown eggs is the color of the feathers and earlobes of chicken that laid it.
xVbok TIL of "The Human Library" : A project that allows you to go to a library and borrow/check out real people who have been through hard times and listen to their stories.
a8Y7b TIL the oldest known zoo dates to c. 3500 BC in ancient Egypt.
dVE TIL Christmas is often spelled Xmas because the Greek letter Chi (χ) is used to abbreviate the name Christ.
loMJK TIL that, contrary to common misconception, acne is mostly caused by genetics, rather than lack of hygiene, eating fatty food, or other personal habits.