A blog on the idiosyncrasies of today’s fast-moving, social-media-driven language managed by 20-year-plus public relations writer Joseph Priest. l write “e-mail” with a hyphen, detest the word “issue,” and abbreviate “microphone” as “mike.” Got a language question? Bring it on.
Recent Posts
Pronunciation Poise: Xmas
Is the “X” in this word really an “X”?
What Does the X Stand for in Xmas?
Is “Xmas” rude — or right? The meaning of the first letter of this controversial word may surprise a lot of people.
What Does the X Mean in Xmas?
Is “Xmas” a sloppy shortcut or a legitimate abbreviation? Find out the meaning of its most important letter.