Now I’m pretty sure you’re just talking in circles. Go enjoy your day because this conversation has ended.

Not for the last 3 replies you haven’t. If that’s your only point then we aren’t in disagreement. You and I both know where the term originated. It seems like you’re fighting the idea that it could change since then. If that’s the case I’ll reiterate, language changes. Slang changes faster than most.

Are you trying to argue that language is static? Because we both know that’s bullshit. Especially when it comes to slang. At this point I don’t know what you’re trying to argue. It seems like you’re trying to derail the conversation instead of defending your position.

We’re also talking about 70 years ago. It’s hard to remember that the 90s weren’t 10 years ago, but let’s stay on topic.

Not the same as old or middle English I’ll tell you that. I also don’t speak Latin or Germanic despite those being the origin of many of the words I use.

If you definition hasn’t evolved since the 50s it might be a little out of date. That definition could draw retirement at this point.

Probably an offshoot of just how many tankies there are on Lemmy. Some people are definitely getting caught in the crossfire.

It’s also one of the oldest and poorly maintained for much of the country. As the data centers keep going up it’s making it harder and harder to meet customers energy needs.

“Could you possibly be referring to the harsh light of reality”

911 was a really stressful time for the US. It left some… marks on the psyche. Mix that with a general lack of education and you end up with that. Just count yourself lucky you don’t have to live here.

But you enjoy the fruits that the 1% has grown for us. How can we grow a new crop of artists if you’re born after AI takes over?

I’ve been using a washing board for the past 2 years with occasional trips to the Laundromat. It’s rough.

If you’re in America that isn’t a guarantee.