List of popular misconceptions (get educated here)
 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_misconceptions

I like the entry about "French fries". Similar situation with Corned Beef. "Corning" has nothing to do with maize/corn. "Corned" means the meat has been put in a brine and herb solution to retard spoilage.

Interesting page find of the day :) Enjoy!

some crazy stuff in there