Right... a sexy slang term that I would argue does such harm that this term should not be uttered.

It is the most misused and misunderstood term in sailing and many think its part of the rules. A get out of jail free card because..." you were hunting me"

Even bringing it up in this situation lets port consider for a moment that starboard was breaking a rule (ie hunting).

coupled with how misunderstood "proper course" is... Its just a mess.... on par with mast abeam.