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Re: TWO MISNOMERS (spelling too!)




>Date: Sun, 4 Feb 1996 21:03:07 -0600
>From: Paul S. Boyer <boyer@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>Subject: TWO MISNOMERS

>TWO MISNOMERS
>commonly encountered in stereography
>and to be sedulously eschewed by both
>beginner and expert.

>STEREOPTICON.  This is not the name for a stereoscope, but is
>actually the brand-name of a 19th Century "magic lantern" projector.

Good point.

I would also add a plea for posters to be careful with what may be the
most-misspelled word on the list:
      FLUORESCENT
        --
Note that the "U" comes *before* the "O". I believe this word is actually
spelled incorrectly more often than it is spelled correctly. 

(I suppose this isn't extremely important, but on a list that promotes 
technical excellence, it makes sense to promote reasonable use of language as 
well. I'm not arguing for formal grammar - conversational language can be 
fully adequate. But consistent spelling errors should be avoided, especially 
for technical terms. And as Paul points out, using the correct technical term
helps to make the message clear.)

This comment is not directed toward any individual.

John R.


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