Matt, >As to your question, i wouldnt think it would be removed, since i think its >used a couple times in the jQuery core, so it should be around for awhile.
I know it's used throughout, but it would be very easy to change the name and keep the functionality. I was just hoping to hear some kind of official response like "yes, it's supported and should be documented" or "it's not supported, but we have no plans to change the functionality." -Dan