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Re: Homer Simpson, Master Builder
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lugnet.general
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Date:
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Tue, 23 Nov 1999 23:34:54 GMT
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In lugnet.general, Matthew Miller writes:
> Actually, both are incorrect -- "Lego" is an adjective, and isn't to be used
> as a noun in either singular or plural form. The example the LEGO Company
> uses is: "For example, say 'MODELS BUILT OF LEGO BRICKS'. Never say 'MODELS
> BUILT OF LEGOs'." A lot of people seem to misinterpret this and conclude
> that the problem is the S.
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> Anway, if you're gonna be pedantic, don't use either. If you feel like still
> using "Lego" as a noun, I suggest you go easy on the "Legos" faction, since
> you're not actually very morally superior. :)
I'll bow down to superior knowledge and throw small Lego bricks in your path.
Actually, maybe not, as they tend to hurt a little bit more than rose petals :)
Thanks for setting me straight!
Richard
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| (...) Actually, both are incorrect -- "Lego" is an adjective, and isn't to be used as a noun in either singular or plural form. The example the LEGO Company uses is: "For example, say 'MODELS BUILT OF LEGO BRICKS'. Never say 'MODELS BUILT OF (...) (25 years ago, 23-Nov-99, to lugnet.general)
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