random means "having no definite aim or purpose," (1655), taken from "at random" (1565), "at great speed" (thus, "carelessly, haphazardly"). In 1980s college student slang, it somehow, and sadly, acquired a distinct sense of "inferior, undesirable." (Online Etymology Dictionary, Douglas Harper) Well, okay, fine, Mr. Online Etymology Dictionary person, but THIS is the 21st Century. It's a whole new ball of wax.
Almost forgot to tell you - I finally got a coat. It's just-above-my-knee length, with two big patch pockets, a hint of swing and fabulous bell sleeves (see detail). Whaddya think?
posted by sf @ 4:38 PM
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