Posted by Michelle Steiner on 05/26/06 07:16

In article <Fsydnfu1asy4ievZRVnyuw@fireflyuk.net>,
"Humpty Dumpty" <stewart@SpamTrapRemovefireflyuk.net> wrote:

> > The term "boom box" is not lower class "street" lingo; it's been
> > part of the lexicon for nearly twenty years.
>
> Yes it is lower class street lingo, portable audio system is the
> approprate term.

"portable audio system" is too broad a term, and covers more than just
boom boxes.

Oxford says it is "informal". "Informal", though, does not mean "lower
class street lingo."

> > "Wife beater tee shirt" is a newer term, but I'm surprised that a
> > "real man" like you doesn't know what one is. It's a tee shirt
> > that has the arms removed so you can show off your big manly
> > muscles.
>
> What is your definition of "real man"?

Well, you think that iPods are "girly", so you must be a muscular he
man. In other words, I'm poking fun at your asinine comment about iPods
being girly.

You must have been traumatized by a girl sometime in your life. Have
you thought about seeking out psychiatric help for this problem?

--
Stop Mad Cowboy Disease: Impeach the son of a Bush.

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