LL-L "Etymology" 2004.08.17 (11) [A/E]

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From: R. F. Hahn <lowlands-l at lowlands-l.net>
Subject: Etymology

Oops!  I wrote my last message too hastily and made some errors.  Sorry.
So, before I get any smarty-pants comments from the peanut gallery, and for
the benefit of other learners, ...

> John Baskind is the fortunate (perhaps even pround?)

That would be "proud."

> recipient of today's
> Lowlands-L Golden Star for exemplary conduct as a member, specifically for
> self-restraint, for knowing what does and does not belong to this forum
and
> acting accordingly without the "baas" reigning folks in.  Bravo!

That was supposed to be "reining in," of course.

> Met vriendlike groete van die blye lisbaas,

Dis "lysbaas" ...

> P.S.: I suppose I should actually create merit certificates for exemplary
> conduct, so that thusly decorated members have something to show for and
at
> the same time can decorate their walls.

I'm seriously considering it.

Kumpelmenten,
Reinhard/Ron

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From: Ben J. Bloomgren <godsquad at cox.net>
Subject: LL-L "How do you say ...?" 2004.08.17 (01) [E/LS]

Does the "baren" part of tegenbaren come from Scandinavian barn for child?

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