As an ardent student of the English language, I am more often than not studying context and innuendo of dialogue, whether overheard at a pub, in a movie, lyrics of a song or at work. Etymology delights me and if I led a more disciplined life I undoubtedly would be sporting a tweed jacket studying, and or teaching, the same in some university. One thesis would be on the use of the word vernacular – generally a racist and derogative noun. The other, which struck me off late, is the use of the phrase – ‘With all due respect’.
(To be contd)
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