Words are important. Definitions are important.
We use English as a common protocol.
If your definition of an english word differs from m-w, or any other reputable dictionary, you are free to state so and why. But accusing me of being a liberal (???) without foundation merely for going to definitions seems ... mendacious. We use English to communicate. Therefore if we are civilized and responsible, we refer to dictionaries as a tool to augment communication of ideas.
Let me guess, you did not win any debates in school.
:)
Dictionary definitions are in flux. Note the word “gay” in particular. In contrast, Scripture is unchanging.
Dismissing an opponent’s points is not a win in a debate, frankly.
 'When I use a word,' Humpty Dumpty said, in a rather scornful tone, ' it means just what I choose it to mean, neither more nor less.'
'The question is,' said Alice, 'whether you can make words mean so many different things.' 'The question is,' said Humpty Dumpty, 'which is to be master - that's all.' |