A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

BIB

Mon, 19 Feb '24
Where baby food might wind up, if not in the baby's mouth
Sun, 21 Jan '24
Neckwear provided at some restaurants
Sun, 26 Nov '23
Marathoner's wear
Sun, 12 Nov '23
One might read "Caution: Messy eater!"
Mon, 17 Jul '23
Baby's dribble catcher
Tue, 16 May '23
High-chair wear
Thu, 1 Dec '22
Accessory for running or dribbling
Wed, 27 Apr '22
Chest protector
Fri, 18 Feb '22
Diner's neckwear
Fri, 6 Aug '21
Lobster catcher?
Sun, 3 Jan '21
Lobster-catching aid?