Stories for Dec. 25, 2007

You can say that again! New meanings for old words

Tue, Dec 25, 7 a.m.

By David Brewster

Once again, The Washington Post has published the winning submissions to its yearly neologism contest, in which readers are asked to supply alternative meanings for common words. These are hilarious, suggesting that the denizens of D.C. have a good sense of humor. Surely the folks in the Northwest can also match wits? You are invited to submit your ideas, words and definition, in the comments section; or email them to editor@crosscut.com. 1. Coffee (n.), the person upon whom one coughs.