You're pretty close. It actually comes from the ancient Greek
"tarifos", meaning "the distinct privilege of paying more for less".
> Also, please, EVERYONE call your phone company today and ask them who
> makes the tarriffs. The answer will probably shock you so badly your
> legs will fail you....
Well, don't keep us in suspense... who? Who who who?
The PUC? The FCC? AT&T? The TVA? Ted Turner? Who?
--G.
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