Talk:Antenna blind cone

Sub Rosa

In German, the antenna blind cone is called "die örtlische Rosa," "the local/area rose." I like this phrase because it alludes to the classical symbol of discretion.

The Romans used to paint roses on the cielings of their dining rooms as a reminder to respect confidences despite the tongue-loosening effects of wine, the origin of the phrase, "sub Rosa." Also, lovers give each other roses as a symbol of trust and intimacy.

I think this is interesting enough to end up on a discussion page. I can't imagine the Antenna blind cone article having an Antenna blind cone trivia section. --Fulminouscherub 02:39, 10 January 2006 (UTC)

Other uses of 'Cone of Silence'

Cone of Silence was also used in the U.S. sit-com 'Get Smart' - (A spoof of the Cold War spy industry and movies, from 1965 to 1970, starring Don Adams & Barbara Feldon, and Edward Platt) as a recurring joke. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cone_of_Silence_(Get_Smart) Kb4mdz (talk) 10:52, 18 May 2023 (UTC)