The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #89310   Message #1684645
Posted By: John O'L
03-Mar-06 - 08:12 PM
Thread Name: Baa Baa Black Sheep(new problem)
Subject: RE: Baa Baa Black Sheep(new problem)
On a related note, what is the origin of the phrase "Black and Decker drill"?

'Black and Decker' is the name of a company that makes power tools. A Black and Decker drill is a drill made by Black and Decker.
It's as racially motivated as 'Baa Baa Black Sheep'