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.

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