The word ___________ is an example of both a coined word and a word which has experienced meaning shift.
A)bogus
B)butterpillar
C)spam
D)uptight

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"Spam" is an example of both a coined word and a word that has experienced meaning shift. Originally a brand name for canned meat, its meaning shifted to refer to unsolicited or irrelevant messages sent over the internet, especially in large quantities.

The Word ___________ Is an Example of Both a Coined