01-26-2005, 02:45 PM
ShadowHM,Jan 26 2005, 09:41 AM Wrote:I am guessing here, but 'base' is often used to mean 'Armed Forces Base of Operatons and/or Training'.No, no. I think he was talking about getting to 1st, 2nd or 3rd base, as it relates to interpersonal communications.
Another NZ anecdote from too far back in my past to recollect where I read it had the words 'laundry detergent' mean 'washing powder' - from a hapless ex-pat who had trouble finding the appropriate product in a grocery store. :blink:
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