The Origin Of The Word ‘Texas’ May Be Rooted In ... - Texas …
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WEBMay 30, 2019 · Massanet wrote the word as “Tejas” in his correspondence, using the term to refer to both the native people and the place. Eventually, Spanish orthographers changed the letter “j” to “x” in certain words, and “Tejas” became “Texas.” That’s the story, at least, but is it true?
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