LL-L "Semantics" 2003.10.17 (11) [E]

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From: sam claire <samclaire at mybluelight.com>
Subject: LL-L

Reinhard/Ron:  Though not directly related to your letter on 'breakfast,'
etc., you reminded me of a unique pairing: CRISPY vs CRISP.  The former is
used almost exclusively for food items whereas the latter for anything else
applicable. E.g., one would usually say: "These chips are crispy" and always
say "Here's a crisp one-dollar bill."
An aside:  What's the significance of the slash in your name?

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From: R. F. Hahn <sassisch at yahoo.com>
Subject: Semantics

Sam:

> An aside:  What's the significance of the slash in your name?

It means "or" or "interchangeable with," the implication being "take your
pick."

Reinhard ~ Ron
(clearer?)

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