>> The actual propblem is that the proposed 'feature' breaks all the
>> standards.
> It is, however, superior behavior, and the "break" is exceptionally
> mild.

Those are matters of opinion.

I think it is *not* superior behaviour; if you want loopback mounts,
you know where to find them.  I also do not find the break particularly
mild.

Perhaps this would be a good use for the sticky bit on a symlink.

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