[Note.—Do not take sides. Mention that Whistler has a picture in the Luxembourg, or say—with a smile or not, as the occasion may suggest—that Sir Frederic is the President of the Academy.]
Altruism. Boring some people about other people.
[Note.—Never encourage Views. They take up too much valuable time.]
Beauty. An expensive luxury.
Boy. If "dear," any effective man under forty. If "horrid," about twelve, and to be propitiated with nuts, knives and ships.
[Note.—Do not offend him.]
Blasphemy. Any discussion on religion.
[Note.—Look shocked, but not bored.]
Coquetry. A manner sometimes assumed by elderly ladies and very young gentlemen.
Cynicism. Truthfulness.