Originally Posted by
Pleater
Although streak as a verb is fading, streaker seems to have remained. Having sprung into being to describe the naked runner it has stuck.
Anne the Pleater :ootd:
You're right Anne. I would assume that it's because there is no equivalent other-meaning use of the word to have taken over or return to the original sense of the thing.
Always interesting!
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.
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