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the origin of OK
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wilwarin32
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the origin of OK
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Hi, dear all! I need your help! Could you please tell me about the origin of the expression "OK"? I �ve heard different opinions on this matter, and I would like to know what �s yours.
Thanks in advance,
Hugs from Argentina
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14 Apr 2009
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wilwarin32
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Thanks Silke! the site �s been really useful!
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14 Apr 2009
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Etche
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I know that it comes from Zero (0) Killed (K). When the soldiers wanted to know how many killed people there were , they said OK, meaning Zero Killed. That �s why it means all right. Hope it is useful! |
14 Apr 2009
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efush
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My favourite is:
0 Killed (Zero Killed)
The term that was used by officers in wars to say there were no casualties after a battle.
O.K. -->No one is dead. That �s a good thing, Isn �t it? |
14 Apr 2009
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cecio_13
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I agree with ETCHE and EFUSH... I know the same. |
14 Apr 2009
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aldanaVenadoTuerto
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Well, that �s what i thought it meant too....but have a look at what i found in www.encyclopedia.com
OK
ORIGIN: mid 19th cent.: probably an abbreviation of orl korrect, humorous form of all correct, popularized as a slogan during President Van Buren �s reelection campaign of 1840; his nickname Old Kinderhook (derived from his birthplace) provided the initials.
So, who �s right?!?!? |
14 Apr 2009
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