slaveluci -> RE: Why is it trendy to be a bitch? (6/17/2007 8:40:20 PM)
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ORIGINAL: Level It is baffling, Gauge. And it is unattractive. I was going to "ditto" this, Level, and then I decided to look up the official definition (that's getting to be a habit what with the "Definition Gestapo" running rampant[8D]). Here's what Merriam-Webster said: Main Entry: 1bitch [image]http://www.m-w.com/images/audio.gif[/image] Pronunciation: 'bich Function: noun Etymology: Middle English bicche, from Old English bicce 1 : the female of the dog or some other carnivorous mammals 2 a : a lewd or immoral woman b : a malicious, spiteful, or overbearing woman -- sometimes used as a generalized term of abuse 3 : something that is extremely difficult, objectionable, or unpleasant Personally, I don't mind being labeled "lewd" or "immoral" but "malicious, spiteful, or overbearing" would be a real insult to me[;)]. I'm not sure that I see as many women taking pride in being a bitch as I see people labeling dominant-type women "bitches" simply because they dare to say they are dominant. (Not saying you do, I just see that alot)...........luci
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