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Originally posted by Link:
 You guys think to much! Go make me some money!  [img]tongue.gif[/img]
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They're just under the misconception that English (or any other language for that matter) has to make sense all the time. Words are constantly being invented or used for meanings not originally intended. If someone's witticism is popular enough, it can become a permanent part of the language, whether or not it makes sense. Of course, the passage of time can erode the original humor behind it, leaving a strange term for future generations to ponder over.
The same thing can happen when product names are used interchangably with the items proper name. Like "Kleenex" is almost universally accepted as meaning facial tissue.