Re: Torches (was: Gratuities)

Mark Brader wrote:

"Narelle" writes:
... However, once we got into the cinema, we sat wherever we wanted
... There was also ushers walking up and down the aisles with torches.
...

If I didn't know what "torch" meant in British usage, that would present
a very alarming picture!

Wot no scythes or pitchforks?

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