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Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn has been mulling how to classify the term BBQ, since the "Q" reflects sound, not an initial. It's a type of abbreviation called clipping. BBQ goes back to restaurant signs and menus from the 1930's where space was at a premium. This is part of a complete episode.