Two fictional bears are credited with indulging in it, one specifically in a famous city street. Another similar term has several dubious meanings, one as a euphemism for conducting sly 'relations' and another connotating a dispute. What are the two almost obsolete terms, meaning basically the same thing, that most people enjoy every day?

Linus_337

By way of setting the ball rolling - and this raise questions regarding my thought processes - are the two phrases "Having it out" and "Having it off"? I am not sure that either really squares with the final line regarding daily enjoyment though... Apr 09 07, 9:47 AM

lanfranco

This is probably "elevenses," enjoyed by both Pooh and Paddington Bear (the latter took his in a shop on the Portobello Road.) The related term would probably be "tiffin," also a word for a light meal, though other meanings involve sex and arguing. I actually own a lacquered Burmese tiffin box that someone gave us as a wedding gift. It's so beautiful that I've never even considered putting food in it. Click on "tiffin" at the right of this site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elevenses Apr 09 07, 12:42 PM

Linus_337

That is soooooooo much of a better answer than mine. Does anyone know if there is a "retract embarrassing initial reply" button? Apr 09 07, 2:24 PM

lanfranco

Not to worry. We've all made guesses in the dark. Apr 09 07, 2:36 PM

peasypod

Oh, Frankie! You've really left yourself open with that last comment!! I'll be a lady and politely let it pass.... (she giggles) Yes, I was referring to the light meals, commonly named 'morning teas' in this neck of the woods. A bit of crumpet for you, m'dear! Apr 09 07, 4:07 PM

lanfranco

Now, really, my dear. WHAT a dirty mind you have!;) I haven't impressed you with my obvious housewifely chastity and total lack of experience with the seamy side of life? Alas and alack. Apr 09 07, 4:27 PM

lanfranco

P.S., I'm assuming that's a male "bit of crumpet". Apr 09 07, 4:28 PM

peasypod

You do seem to have a plethora of my Golden Bananas, the mind boggles.... Gotcha!! Apr 09 07, 4:31 PM

queproblema

You naughty girls are giggling incoherently. So, what's the answer? Elevenses? Tiffins? Morning teas? I'm astounded at cultural similarities here between the UK and Colombia on one hand and India and Colombia on the other. Colombians in the city must have their "onces"--literally "elevens," which is a coffee break, and rural Colombians women have to trot out to the field or send a child with Papa's "portacomida"--"food-carrier"--that is identical to an Indian "dabba." This one is in a museum, of all things! Besides enamelware, they are often made of aluminum or plastic. I never saw a lacquerware portacomidas! [Removed link - McG] Apr 09 07, 7:18 PM

lanfranco

Well, qp, since you're interested, our lacquerware Burmese tiffin box is quite similar to the taller item at the lower left of this site, only more colorful and decorated with various stylized animals: http://www.cwsmithinc.com/gallery.asp?cat=2&cattxt=Chinese+and+Tibetan+Furniture&offset=60 Apr 09 07, 8:04 PM

queproblema

Thanks. The kind I knew were quickly dented and scratched by hard use. I'm still not sure of the answers peasy wanted. How would "morning teas" have several dubious meanings? Or should I best forget it and get out zbeck's ten-foot pole? Apr 09 07, 10:54 PM

peasypod

Elevenses and Tiffins are basically the same 'menu' as what an Aussie would have for morning/afternoon tea. Apr 09 07, 11:00 PM