history of words

[odt]

Hello, I'm french, and I'd like to be an English teacher later... I wanted to know where I could find the history of english words...
I already know the history behind the expression of "teddy bear", and it intruigued me... I would love to know more... But I don't see anything on the web...
If you could help me, then it would be sooo great... Thank you.
Aude Lété.

[VenusEnvy]

Originally Posted by odt

Hello, I'm french, and I'd like to be an English teacher later...

Congratulations! I wish you all the luck!

Originally Posted by odt

I wanted to know where I could find the history of english words...
I already know the history behind the expression of "teddy bear", and it intruigued me... I would love to know more... But I don't see anything on the web...

The history, or origin, of words can also be referred to as etymology.

Here is a popular online etymology dictionary.

The term you are looking for, "teddy bear", is listed in this dictionary. Simply type in the word, and click on "ok".