On 21 November 2015 at 20:16, Xavion <[email protected]> wrote: > > > > As a native English speaker, I have never misinterpreted the meaning of > > that link. There are plenty of words in the English language that have > > multiple meanings and it doesn't prevent me or others from confusing > > the intent. > > > > Actually, that second sentence of yours seems pretty confusing to me. It > looks like you've used a double negative, which gives the opposite meaning > than the one you intended. I just hope you're never tasked with > contributing to any of the Arch Wiki articles. > > No double negative here.
> > > Lodge also has a noun and verb meaning. As a noun, it is a temporary > > home and as a verb, it can also mean to live in a temporary home. By > > your logic, this makes the word even worse of a choice. > > > > I'm starting to wonder whether you might have Asperger syndrome. Just > because the dictionary says something doesn't mean it fits all contexts. > The word "file" has a double meaning with respect to the AUR, while "lodge" > does not. This is because the AUR's central topic is "files", but it has > nothing to do with "lodges". > Obviously true (the part about the double meaning) but this needn't get personal. > My view is that leaving the AUR in a confusing state and forcing Archers to > go to the Wiki for answers is a pretty stupid idea. Several people have > already said that they were nearly tricked by "File Request". How many > more will need to speak up before you'll finally admit that it's necessary > to make a change? > Perhaps getting people to consult the wiki rather than 'fly-blind' isn't so bad? Ensures we are all on the same page.
