Howstuffworks

/ˌhaʊ stʌf ˈwɜːrks/ noun

Definition

A commercial educational website and media brand that explains how various things function and operate.

Etymology

Compound phrase combining interrogative 'how' + noun 'stuff' + verb 'works'. Created as a website name in 1998, reflecting the direct, accessible approach to explaining complex topics.

Kelly Says

This brand name perfectly captures the curiosity-driven internet age - it's literally the question people type into search engines. The straightforward naming reflects a democratic approach to knowledge, making complex topics accessible to anyone wondering 'how stuff works.'

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