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Re: Spelling help
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John A Skinner <[log in to unmask]>
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Discussion of Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Tue, 7 Jan 1997 10:02:13 -0500
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Walter, The "correct" spelling is using two words because the honey bee is
a true bee entomologically.  Ladybug is one word because the ladybug is
technically a beetle, not a bug.  The stink bug is spelled with two words
because it is indeed a true "bug".
Grins, John
 
John A. Skinner           218 Ellington Hall
Extension Apiculturist    University of Tennessee
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