Kleenex and icebox

[Sally O. Donlon]

At my house, "kleenex" denotes the tissue squares that come packaged in
little boxes, while "tissue" denotes the stuff coiled on rolls that we
use in the bathroom. "Napkin" left my lexicon after my British friends
had a field day with my American useage.

As well, the large appliance that keeps food chilled is called the
"icebox," unless we're being self-conscious about it.

sally donlon