Have you ever wondered why "baker's dozen" means 13 instead of 12?

It's not because bakers are generous — it comes from medieval bakers trying to avoid punishment! Bakers who sold underweight bread could face fines, flogging, and even the pillory.

There's also a "banker's dozen," "daily dozen," and more.

Check it out!

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAYuVsHCwlI
READ: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/1152 /transcript
LISTEN: https://pod.link/173429229

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