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From: Chris Bannister <cbannis...@slingshot.co.nz>

>> The usual definition is "disapproved". 
> I don't think "disapproved" is the correct word in that sense.

"deprecated" in software means the use of some item is discouraged/disapproved 
and one shouldn't be using it. Whether a deprecated item is supported or not  
is a different question (hint: WONTFIX).

dep·re·cate
vt \ˈde-pri-ˌkāt\
dep·re·cat·ed  dep·re·cat·ing
Definition of DEPRECATE
1 a archaic : to pray against (as an evil) b : to seek to avert
2 : to express disapproval of
3 a : play down : make little of  b : belittle, disparage


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