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discrete and discreet

(30 Posts)
TriciaF Tue 28-Mar-17 17:39:53

Who knows the difference? I didn't until I looked it up.

lovebeigecardigans1955 Sat 01-Apr-17 13:02:36

Yes, I know the difference. In a 'past life' I had to type a report about customer service in a pharmacy. Was there a discrete (separate) place where the customer could receive discreet (personal, private) advice? I'd never heard of the former at the time.

nannieann Sat 01-Apr-17 13:33:33

I do but only because I used to teach Maths.

Aslemma Sat 01-Apr-17 14:28:21

My favourite is the misplaced adjective, i.e an advert for a 'green ladies coat' (and yes, I do know there is an apostrophy missing). ?

pollyperkins Sat 01-Apr-17 17:20:59

Yes.saw an advert for a black mans bicycle. Gave completely the wrong impression!