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Igenlode Wordsmith ([personal profile] igenlode) wrote2021-06-12 05:52 pm
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Greengrocer spelling

I'm amused by the greengrocers' signs advertising the availability of "Brockley" (broccoli) and "Obo's"[sic] (aubergines).

I'm not sure if the terminology is for the benefit of the vendors' comprehension or the intended customers... ;-)




(Apparently my subconscious considers reading in French to be classified as 'work' rather than procrastination, as I've managed to get through a surprising amount of "La machine à assassiner" while attempting to do a beta-read/review for someone who flattered me into an exchange by seeking me out from the fanfiction.net critique forums...)