bump

Leearnold .... I think I've offended you by posting these articles .... what does 'bump' mean? If you think these posts are out of line or not in keeping with the general interest of others, then say so .... I won't take offense. But "bump" has a snide air to it ... which is lost on me, as I don't know what it means.

A bump is a post that is meant to do nothing more than move a thread to the top of the page. It is usually meant to call attention to a thread that might otherwise get lost in the chatter. But in this case, since threads with no replies stay at the top of the page until someone replies, the bump allows this thread to move down the page.

Thanks for the explanation. If no interest [beyond just reading], probably should be bumped from the automatic top spot for no response. And of course, just using one word [with the assumption that everyone knows the meaning] is better for the very busy person, than wasting time/space by actually SAYING SOMETHING.

bump.