Where did that term originate? Surely it's applicable to podiatrists only...that's all it would make sense for as far as I am aware of!
2006-08-12 15:58:31 · 5 answers · asked by aanstalokaniskiodov_nikolai 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Without a space between arch and enemy, this leads us to the word Archenemy, which is a code word for the devil.
Arch comes from the greek arkhos meaning "chief" so it is understandable to interpret the meaning as chief enemy or main enemy.
Also, arch comes from the latin arcus, which means bridge--and this obviously refers to the arch of the foot.
Which just means that Arch came from two completely different origins, and has two completely different meanings.
I would not expect any wars between Dr. Scholls and The Good Feet store. Arch enemies, indeed.
2006-08-12 16:36:58 · answer #1 · answered by maî 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
arch enemies relating to podiatrists? An interesting play on words, but hardly feasible. You're joking, right? I'm not sure of the origin, but the term means an enemy of long standing, or a severe enemy. Basically, it's sort of a slang term.
In reference to podiatrists, let's assume the term did apply to them. Why then, would a podiatrist be an enemy of the arch? Most foot doctors treat the arch just as they would any part of the foot. But that was a nice try!
2006-08-12 16:11:06 · answer #2 · answered by gldjns 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
And it must also apply to 'arch'itects!
2006-08-13 04:31:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL I never thought of that. You have left me with out any thing to say, but laugh. Thanks!
2006-08-12 16:04:23 · answer #4 · answered by lak3rat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
and superheros
2006-08-12 17:27:01 · answer #5 · answered by bridget36 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋