>He and I have been discussing this for at least 2 years, and it seems >we are unlikely to resolve this difference. We both agree that "libre" >solves both our problems, and although it introduces problems of its >own - it is not a native English word, and so the meaning must be >explained to most people - we are happy to focus on that term as a >compromise. > >Another alternative is to refer to our fonts as "FLOSS fonts" instead >of "libre fonts."
Perhaps the closest english word is "liberty"? Font Liberty. lib·er·ty (lĭb'ər-tē) n. pl. lib·er·ties 1. 1. The condition of being free from restriction or control. 2. The right and power to act, believe, or express oneself in a manner of one's own choosing. 3. The condition of being physically and legally free from confinement, servitude, or forced labor. See Synonyms at _freedom_ (aoldb://mail/browse/freedom) . 4. A breach or overstepping of propriety or social convention. Often used in the plural. 5. A statement, attitude, or action not warranted by conditions or actualities: a historical novel that takes liberties with chronology. 6. An unwarranted risk; a chance: took foolish liberties on the ski slopes. 2. Freedom from unjust or undue governmental control. 3. A right or immunity to engage in certain actions without control or interference: the liberties protected by the Bill of Rights. 4. 1. A breach or overstepping of propriety or social convention. Often used in the plural. 2. A statement, attitude, or action not warranted by conditions or actualities: a historical novel that takes liberties with chronology. 3. An unwarranted risk; a chance: took foolish liberties on the ski slopes. 5. A period, usually short, during which a sailor is authorized to go ashore. The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2004._http://dictionary1.classic.reference.com/browse/Liberty_ (http://dictionary1.classic.reference.com/browse/Liberty) (accessed: May 13, 2009). **************Dell Mini Netbooks: Great deals starting at $299 after instant savings! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221972443x1201442012/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3B214819441%3B36680237%3Bi)