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That's an interesting question, I mean, is 'knob-jockey' unacceptable because it infers homosexual behaviour as someone who enjoys riding penis (peni?) in the same way that 'rug muncher' is considered a slur as it infers a predilection for cunnilingus (even though I think most people, lesbian or straight, would admit that cunnilingus is quite a nice activity to be engaged in)
I don't feel that they are weighted the same. I'm considering enlisting Gwyneth Paltrow to help raise awareness of the terrible effect that calling someone a knob jockey could have on their day or outlook.
And when my Gran says that someone 'sits on the wrong side of the bus' should I reprimand her even though she is speaking in metaphors?
Please Jeez, elaborate.