definitions

[Adam Blatner]

Dear Colleagues,
          One need I think is growing is that of a clear, agreed-upon glossary in our 
field. As yet, there is none, and many of the lesser-known terms may never be presented or 
taught by the majority of trainers. They are idiosyncratic to the teachings of only a few.
      I have asked folks to help with this in the past, because what is needed is some 
degree of consensus. I cannot pretend to be "the" spokesman-authority.
   Perhaps if some minimal number  --at least four and perhaps a few more-- of recognized 
trainers could agree on a definition, and this could then be posted, it might begin to be 
a bit official.
        Definitions have been an important element in the professionalization and 
scientific status of any group, whether it be electronics or mathematics.
       Your comments and thoughts will be welcome. Warmly, Adam Blatner