Editormum's Grammar Guru: Watch Your Phraseology!

Monday, November 21, 2005

Watch Your Phraseology!

There is a growing movement toward redefining the words "homophobia" and "homophobic" to mean a person who hates or disapproves of homosexuals and homosexual behaviour. As an arbiter of correct grammar and proper diction (word choice), I believe that it is incumbent upon me to correct this common... Sign in to see full entry.

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