Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around malapropisms, which are humorous misuses of words that sound similar but have different meanings. Participants share personal anecdotes, examples from media, and references to past discussions on the topic.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant defines malapropism and shares a humorous example involving "orgasmically grown vegetables."
- Another participant recalls a past thread and shares a malapropism from a letter written by an apartment manager, stating she would be "apart of the corporate family."
- A participant comments on the effectiveness of the "orgasmically grown" phrase as an eye-catching advertisement, suggesting it could have been intended as a joke.
- A personal anecdote is shared about a child mispronouncing a phrase, resulting in a humorous malapropism.
- References to malapropisms from media, including a link to a forum discussing a character known for such errors.
- A participant expresses difficulty in recalling specific examples of malapropisms, indicating a common experience of forgetting them despite having heard many.
- A quote attributed to Richard Daley is shared, showcasing a humorous twist on language related to disorder.
- A participant mentions learning about malapropisms from a comedic source, linking to a video of a character known for such language errors.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants share various examples and anecdotes without reaching a consensus on a definitive list of malapropisms. The discussion remains open-ended with multiple humorous contributions.
Contextual Notes
Some participants reference past discussions and external media, indicating a broader cultural context for malapropisms, but specific examples and their origins remain varied and subjective.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in language, humor, and the nuances of word usage may find this discussion engaging.
I think I saw it on some roadstand along the I-5, in California. I assume it was intentional as an eye-catcher. It worked. 