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Can we collectively retcon an unencumbered replacement name for such things? Odoromop?

Sounds like a naming idea for a cleaning implement that came up in Mr Clean marketing meeting and was immediately dismissed.

I think it's probably a mop that spreads odors instead of getting rid of them.

Actually "mop" is just a metaphor cooked up by the marketing department. Odoromap uses advanced catalytic technology to convert nasty odors to pleasant ones.

I thought common words were free use...? You don't need a license with Apple to make an apple shaped pomodoro timer.

If you make shoes and call them pomodoros I guess that’s fine.

If you make an app that competes with and implements the same idea and you call it the same that doesn’t sound like “free” or “fair” use.

Thanks for the heads up. I’ll look into it.

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