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[-] Uebercomplicated@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 week ago

I didn't even know people do this wtf... The only explanation I could fathom would be some kind of over use of the OED's fourth definition:

  1. (1797) – (A body of) non-fictional books and writings published on a particular subject.

The key is "on a particular subject." When referring to literature in general, it refers to literally any written work (including letters, advertising, etc.). I very much sympathize with your frustration...

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