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A Willipus-Wallipus Types Lapslock

In the late 19th century, the name willipus-wallipus denoted a legendary monster said to haunt the American South. The term also came to designate “a steamroller” or “any large piece of road equipment.” The term lapslock, popular among fanfic enthusiasts, refers to typing without capitalization, or the opposite of using the caps lock key. This is part of a complete episode.

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