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Topograms are words that are derived from a real geographic location, like champagne and sandwich.

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Tuxedo is also a topogram, dating from around 1888, the suit is named after Tuxedo Park, a Hudson Valley enclave for New York’s social elite where it was primarily seen in its early years. The area, known for its lavish estates, is too expensive for most people to own a home. Usually they just rent.

Posted May 15, 2016, 8:48 PM UTC

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