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Re: Question of English !
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In a message dated 12/12/03 11:30:03 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:

<< On the lighter side:


And so then prior to mating a drone would be called "VIRGIN DRONE" or

"DRONE"


What then would we refer to the disemboweled drone which may live up to 12

hours on the ground?


Bob

 >>

 Bob, ON THE LIGHTER SIDE:

A male bee prior to mating is called a DRONE; and AFTER mating,
he is called a DEAD OLD BEE.

However, the scientists have not yet "proved" whether he died HAPPY.

See you at ABF.

George

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