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What do the words amaze majestic and bedroom have in common?

The words "amaze", "majestic", and "bedroom" have a common etymological root: the Old French word "maison", meaning "house".

Here's how:

* Amaze: Comes from the Old French "esmaiser", which itself derives from "maison", meaning "to put into a daze, to astound".

* Majestic: Comes from the Latin "majestās", meaning "greatness", which is related to the Old French "maison" through a shared root of "major" or "greater".

* Bedroom: Clearly and directly refers to a room within a house, making the connection to "maison" obvious.

So, while the words themselves have different meanings, they all trace back to the concept of a house or dwelling, showcasing a surprising shared linguistic origin.

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