LOST WORDS
LOST WORDS FROM OUR PAST
Have you noticed how some words are disappearing? When is the last time you heard the
word "icebox"? I liked the word "emergency brake". It gave you a sense
of adventure as opposed to
"parking brake" which is really pretty dull. Then there
are words you may have never heard, especially if you are
younger than fifty years.
Examples are "singletree", "doubletree", and "tracechain". I know it has very little
connection to genealogy but I find it interesting. Here is a list of the words I no
longer hear.
I'd be interested in seeing a list of your "lost words" so drop me an
email ( link at the bottom of the page) and
I'll add your words to the list!
icebox......................emergency brake...................singletree....................footfeed
doubletree................tracechain..............................storebought................sodajerk
longhandles...............picture show..........................caboose....................carhop
coaster brake............fender skirts...........................flat-top--------------Fuller Brush
So take 5 minutes and send your lost words to Hugh Swift