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Why a companion is literally someone you share bread with
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True friendship is ultimately based on carbohydrates. The word companion comes directly from Late Latin 'companionem,' which breaks down to 'com' (with) and 'panis' (bread). In ancient times, the people you broke bread with were your inner circle, the ones you trusted enough to drop your guard around while eating. It's a surprisingly heartwarming etymology for a world that used to be incredibly violent.
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