2009/11/4 Peter Childs <pchi...@bcs.org> > > > 2009/11/4 Martin Koppenhoefer <dieterdre...@gmail.com> > > 2009/11/4 Richard Bullock <rb...@cantab.net> >> >>> >>> We don't *have* to stick to dictionary definitions here when tagging, as >>> long as the meaning is clear; >>> >>> exactly, this is not generally about dictionary definitions but about the >> meaning of words. Dictionaries can give you hints if you're unsure. If we >> use tunnel for all kind of holes you can creep in, the meaning will no >> longer be clear. >> >> >>> If it walks like a duck, talks like a duck, then define it to be a duck. >>> >>> +1. And if it doesn't walk like a duck _and_ talk like a duck it is not a >> duck. >> >> >>> A passageway through a building (but, say, without being inside that >>> building) is, to all intents and purposes, a tunnel. >> >> >> a passageway through a building that is not inside that building will be >> hard to find. (how do you define: is not inside?) >> >> > > Its a Way under a building where the building is either on legs or exists > above and on both sides on the way. The way not blocked by a door (to enter > the building). However other barrier (eg Staggered Fence or Gate) may exist > to limit access to the way. The way is however at ground level. >
(But may not be at ground level says he thinking of a few cases where its not true...) > > That way maybe or any type including road, railway or waterway.... > > These are quite common in the Uk. (Do I need to find a photo) > > Peter. > >
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