..you'll never hear it but, it'll be rare.
Up here in 'God's Own County' we use nothing but 'Thingeys'. I cant remember the last time I heard the 'M word'
Maybe it's just a southern thing.
Apologies sir, I may have spoken to you in the past as if you were an ordinary Englishman.
Think nothing of it old chap. We are well known for our generosity and forgiving nature.
MJ
Ps. You're right CK, it wasn't what you said.