[LennonCook]

Originally posted by Donut: What is unusual about the words: Uncopyrightable and dermatoglyphics?

They're almost perfect opposites - uncopyrightable means that it can be copied (and noone can stop you), dematopglyphics are unique, and so can't be copied.

How many letters are there in the Hawaiian alphabet?

10?

What is strange about the word Stewardessess?

A touch typist will type it using only the left hand. It is the longest English word that this can be done with.

What is the only word in English which sounds the same when the last 4 letters are removed?

"Ummmmmm"

Where does the expression “rule of thumb” come from?

From the typical measurement of the distance between the tip of an adult's thumb and the first joint being 1 inch.

What reaction will you get if you mouth the word “colourful” to someone?

A colourful one? [img]tongue.gif[/img]

The creases on the inside of your wrist?

Dermatoglyphics

The punctuation marks which replace swearwords “£$%##!*”

Censorship

The opposite part to the striking face on a hammer head?

Its claw

The effect felt when your arm or leg goes to sleep?

Pins and needles

How much water does a 10 gallon hat hold (British measures)

Not that much, by a long shot. [img]smile.gif[/img]

What are Silk Worms?

They are worms who's droppings are used to make silk (hence the name). I think they're mostly found in Asia.

What happens about 30 minutes after you rub a cut onion on to the soles of your feet?

You taste it.

How many different ways are there to give change for a Dollar?

That would depend on what country you're in. For example, the US has quarters, Australia doesn't... and then there's the countries that don't have 'dollars' at all.


EDIT: Removed one answer because I didn't read the question properly...

[ 11-28-2004, 08:17 PM: Message edited by: LennonCook ]