If that was the case it would have been called a plebiscite rather than a referendum. That it was in actual fact a plebiscite to those who actually understand

If that was the case it would have been called a plebiscite rather than a referendum. That it was in actual fact a plebiscite to those who actually understand this nuance isn't relevant to the "Brexit means Brexit" hordes who don't. Or to your friends and neighbours looking on aghast ...