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#180734 12/08/08 02:25 PM
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sks24 #180736 12/08/08 05:32 PM
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I certainly agree and appreciate that article sks24. Thank you


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This must also be the root of the word epaulet.


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This must also be the root of the word epaulet.

Yes, both are via different routes (Italian and French) from Latin spatula 'shoulder blade' < dim. of spatha 'broadsword'. Interesting in light of the etymology that epaulets developed from a kind of armor for the shoulders to protect against sword blows glancing off the helmet and chopping into the shoulder.


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And now worn as part of dress uniform? Does that refer to the same piece of cloth buttoned to the shirt on the shoulder of police,security guards, prison guards, etc., often with a microphone attached to it????


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I was thinking this was that "on the staircase I thought of the perfect comeback" word...


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You're thinking of esprit d'escalier.

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Originally Posted By: Faldage
You're thinking of esprit d'escalier.


yup, that's it. thanks!


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Buffalo Shrdlu #180790 12/10/08 02:30 AM
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My pleasure.

So, is esprit d'espalier your attitude when you're walking around with a chip on your shoulder?

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Originally Posted By: Faldage
My pleasure.

So, is esprit d'espalier your attitude when you're walking around with a chip on your shoulder?


could be! but maybe only if you don't think of the comeback until later.


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