OK, I've been trying to get the meaning of these two terms from context, but I guess I'm just dense in this area.
Mr. Mattis, could you please give me a working definition of "vorpal" as applied to blades and accessories? I have seen you, Fred Perrin and others use it, but I cannot "grok" (there's another relatively obscure term for you) the meaning. I'm familiar with the "vorpal sword" from Carroll's "Jabberwocky", but it's no clearer... Help?!?!
Second, what does ELU stand for?
Thanks to all who respond!
Curious in Tulsa
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"Age and treachery will
always overcome
youth and exuberance."
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Mr. Mattis, could you please give me a working definition of "vorpal" as applied to blades and accessories? I have seen you, Fred Perrin and others use it, but I cannot "grok" (there's another relatively obscure term for you) the meaning. I'm familiar with the "vorpal sword" from Carroll's "Jabberwocky", but it's no clearer... Help?!?!
Second, what does ELU stand for?
Thanks to all who respond!
Curious in Tulsa
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"Age and treachery will
always overcome
youth and exuberance."
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