Date:  Fri, 9 Dec 1994 10:57:41 -0600

From:  Alan R Slotkin <ARS7950[AT SYMBOL GOES HERE]TNTECH.EDU>

Subject: Re: boot and bonnet



Yes. Boot and bonnet have been standard Brit. English usage since cars were

invented. The bonnet is the hood; the boot the trunk. The British have

roadside "Boot Sales," even--similar to flea markets.



Alan Slotkin