A Pennsylvania college student remembers playing a game called “Whisper Down the Lane.” She’s surprised to learn that her fellow students call the same game “Telephone.” This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Whisper Down the Lane” Hi...
straw dog n.— «Bishops have always been free to theological form their own diocese. If this were not the case how was Mr. Schofield able to keep from ordaining women all those twenty years? This ladies and gentlemen, is what I believe is known in...
officetel n.— «I live in what’s known in Korea as an “officetel” which is basically a building full of bachelor apartments with several businesses running out of the lower levels.» —“A photo every day? Why the hell not!” by William George It’s Just...
winback n.— «I mentioned 3-HD and winback’s. We are offering a competitive package to customers that left us to go to a competitor and we are winning back customers with competitive pricing and features. And so, we’re particularly pleased with the...
frankenpine n. a cellular telephone tower camouflaged to look like a pine tree. Editorial Note: An older coinage of “frankenpine” refers to genetically modified pine trees. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
wireline adj.— «Although Pacific Telesis Group operates wireline telephone services in the region, U S West has held a cellular franchise in San Diego since 1986.» —“TW lays plans for fiber optic net in San Diego” Variety June 24, 1993. (source:...