why is it that hoary claims to be an expert in words, but doesn't understand
how a "live" document and still be a historical document? and why does hoary
think that a "live" document is thusly an arbitrator?

hoary, does Viagra addle the mind?

And, has your wife completed her second doctorate yet? Are there really
people
who still believe this stuff from you, Harry?


John H

if hoary knew what the OED is, he would know it is a historical document,
not
an arbitrator.


Most dictionaries are historial documents, ****-for-brains. The OED is
quite live, with a usually annual update, and, in fact, a completely new
third edition is in the works. I own two complete OEDs, plus the OED on
CD. Version 4.0 of the OED on CD is scheduled for release sometime this
fall. For about $700, you can buy a complete hardbound set of the
current OED, and for about $200 to $250, the same data on CD. Or you can
subscribe. The latter is a good bet, because it includes the updates as
they are produced.

I don't think you want to play word games with me, Mr. Speedo.