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'Burglarise'???

posted 9 years ago by Tess-tastic
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This is not a word in use in the UK even today. I have read that the Americans tend to find the word 'burgle' humorous, for some reason, that's the only reason I can think of for changing it to 'burglarise' *shudder*.

[–] hislop100 9 years ago

It's was in common use during the time period of the show and is still in use in the UK although not by todays illiterate chavs.

[–] merej 9 years ago

'Forensicate' otoh features on the Collins website under 'new word suggestions'. Way ahead of his time, that yankee clap-doctor.

there better be coffee

[–] KieranONeill 9 years ago

....although not by todays illiterate chavs.

I know I shouldn't laugh, but that's funny 

[–] Leskenn-843-779012 9 years ago

It's not unheard of today - you need to get out more.

I would imagine it was even more popular back then.