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Busboy
October 11, 2008 8:51 am
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Why do we call the fellow clearing the dishes and silverware a busboy? A Chicago listener isn't satisfied with the answer, "Because he's bussing the table." Grant reveals the terms likely Latin roots. This is part of a complete episode.
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