resonator vs crystal

PapaG:

This all too common sloppy practice of calling a crystal resonator just a crystal and a ceramic resonator just a resonator has lead many beginners off to a rather poor understanding of such components and how they actually work.

Nothing personal, just a pet peeve.

Lefty

How long has that sloppy practice been going on?

Not sure but, too long in my opinion. :wink:
But I will go along with your pet peeves if you go along with mine.

Lefty