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How we select words, how they’re assigned, homophones and more.

How are the words assigned?
How does what3words handle similar combinations of words?
Why did you use three words?
Why can't I buy my own words or change some of the words?
Will the words ever change?
How do you handle offensive words?
What are the shortest and longest words used?
How do you take into account words that sound the same or can be spelled in different ways?
Can I download a list of words, or what3words addresses that meet certain conditions?
The words for my house/office/favourite picnic spot seem somehow appropriate. Are you sure it's random?