Re: GG: Sherman Clay

[jerry and judy <jerbidoc@zianet.com>]

>A question for the Japanese translation of the GG Letters.
>
>The one to Winston Fitzgerald
>dated February 17, 1960 (GGL, pp.29-30):
>
>GG wanted to use a Stainway, "No.122" for the
>next concert in Los Angeles.


<snipped>

>
>Regards,
>
>Junichi
>


Don't say Stainway Junichi, you'll get sued!


stain v. stained, staining, stains.
-tr.
1. To discolor, soil, or spot.
2. To bring into disrepute; taint or tarnish.
3. To color (glass, for example) with a coat of penetrating liquid dye or tint.
4. To treat (specimens for the microscope) with a reagent or dye that makes
visible certain structures without affecting others.
-intr.
1. To produce or receive discolorations.

-stain n.
1. A discolored or soiled spot or smudge.
2. A blemish on one's moral character or reputation.
3. A liquid substance applied especially to wood that penetrates the
surface and imparts a rich color.
4. A reagent or dye used for staining microscopic specimens.