John W. wrote:

> Declan Murphy wrote:
> 
>> John W. wrote:
>>
>>> Declan Murphy wrote:
>>>
>>>> John W. wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Also, the word 'partner' typically refers to a homosexual partner.
>>>>
>>>> No it doesn't. Not even on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
>>>>
>>> Yes it does. Just look at Mike and Brett.
>>
>> No it doesn't. Pardner aint eigo, whereas Partner is part of the 
>> (specific) Queen's English.
>>
> The Queen has a partner?

The Duke.


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