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chained_bear commented on the word squadrature
All right. Someone explain to me why we need this word just to say "a square figure or shape." What's wrong with saying "a square figure or shape"? Or even--perish the thought!--"square"?
Doesn't that do the job?
Squadrature... Sheesh...
February 2, 2007
reesetee commented on the word squadrature
Who says we *need* it? Just pronouncing the darn thing is its own reward, you ask me.
Then again, maybe it's the use/utilize controversy in more elegant clothing.
February 2, 2007