OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY
Today’s Word of the Day: ‘Moot’ meaning and the difference between a moot point and moot question
Word of the day: The word "moot" has two commonly used meanings: an issue that is open to debate and a matter that is no longer practically relevant. Its origins can be traced to Old English terms linked to meetings and discussion. The word is also used as a verb meaning to suggest an idea for consideration and appears in legal expressions such as "moot court" and "moot point."
Word of the day: Amatorculistically
Amatorculistically is a long and unusual English word that comes from Latin origins. It is rarely spoken and mostly found in old books, dictionaries, and language websites. The word reflects how English has borrowed and reshaped terms over time. Today, it is mainly discussed as a curiosity in vocabulary and word history.
You're a bit behind the curve, OED mate
Same goes with 'screen-share', the activity of sharing one's computer screen with someone else's device. The 'swear box' has been there for a &#$@ing long time. And 'generative AI' is so ubiquitously known - and used - that calling it a new entry sounds like the sort of mistake ChatGPT would make during one of its hallucinations.
Man arrives with Oxford dictionary to understand Shashi Tharoor’s speech at Nagaland event; Watch
A man was seen sitting with an Oxford dictionary at a talk show at Nagaland, to comprehend the speech of Shashi Tharoor, who had to deliver a talk at the event. Tharoor is known for using difficult English words in his speech.
Indian English pronunciation guides added to Oxford Dictionary for 800 words including 'desh', 'bindaas'
The audio for each region-specific word has been recorded by a speaker from the relevant region, following a pronunciation model based on recent phonetic research, pronunciation models and the expertise of native speakers.
Quordle today: Clues and answers for December 22 word puzzle
Today's Quordle is a little tricky due to the repeated letters and multiplicity of vowels. Use the clues carefully to find the correct answers.
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Pandemic rules the 'word of the year' title for most dictionaries
The coronavirus pandemic brought on gargantuan language changes.
Aadhaar, dabba, hartal, shaadi among 26 new Indian English words added to Oxford Dictionary
Out of the 26 new words, 22 figure in the printed dictionary, while the other four are in the digital version.
Did you know 'satoshi', latest entry in Oxford, could be a tribute to bitcoin creator?
Satoshi has been cited in respected newspapers like the Guardian in 2013.
Anantkumar Hegde calls Rahul Gandhi 'moron' for 'Modilie'
The snapshot shows that 'Modilies' means to constantly modify the truth, to lie incessantly and habitually and to lie without respite.
Oxford Dictionaries responds to Rahul Gandhi's new word 'Modilie', says it doesn't exist
The assertion from Oxfrod through its verified Twitter account came a day after Congress president Rahul Gandhi used the term to take a dig at Modi.
Other tongues still add spice to english
A few of them seem to have immediate relevance to Indian users of English, though our own regional languages also regularly add masala to articulation.
Oxford adds 1,400 new words to the dictionary, 'idiocracy' makes it too!
Idiocracy refers to a government formed of people considered stupid, ignorant or idiotic.
From Anna to Abba, 70 Indian words added to Oxford dictionary
As per the latest list of inclusions, 70 new Indian words from Telugu, Urdu, Tamil, Hindi and Gujarati languages have been added to the dictionary.
'Anna', 'achcha', and 70 other Indian words make it to the Oxford Dictionary
Most of the Indian words added to the dictionary pertain to relationships, culture and food.
Just a lesser weevil, not a Trump tweet
To be fair, the word zyzzyva displaced from the last spot, zythum, was not much of a conversationalist either.
This Indian food item is the latest to be added in the Oxford English Dictionary
Chana and Chana Dal were a part of vast list of more than 600 other words and phrases.
Oxford University Press launches compact English - English Assamese Dictionary
The Oxford Compact English-English Assamese Dictionary is a addition to OUP’s 23 (twenty-three) existing bilingual dictionaries in Indian Languages.
Thanks to Eminem, 'Stan' is now officially a part of the Oxford Dictionary
According to Oxford, 'stan' can be used both as a noun and a verb.
'Aiyoh' now in the Oxford English Dictionary
It's one of the most affectively versatile words in the Dravidian lexicon, capable of expressing - in Tamil alone - a suite of emotions including consternation.
Manspreading, awesomesauce added to online Oxford dictionary
'Manspreading' - sitting with legs apart on public transport & 'awesomesauce' that means excellent are among new words added to the Oxford dictionary.
Oxford searching for first use of 'email'
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which began tracking the English language in 1857, is looking for the first use of the word 'email'.
'Arre yaar', 'churidaar' make it to Oxford Dictionary
'Arré yaar' is no longer just Indian. It is among the new list of words accepted by the Oxford English Dictionary along with churidar, bhelpuri and dhaba.
Oxford dictionary launches search for origins of word 'numpty'
The Oxford English Dictionary has launched a search to find the first recorded use in English of the word 'numpty', which means a foolish or stupid person.
Indian kitchen goes global, 'keema', 'papad' now English words
Reflecting the global popularity of Indian food, a number of Indian words like 'keema' and 'papad' have been accepted in the Oxford English dictionary for the first time.
'Vape' is Oxford Dictionaries' word of the year
Language research conducted by Oxford Dictionaries editors shows that use of the word vape in 2014 has more than doubled compared to 2013.
Changing words character in changing market demands
Once shanghaied into alternative roles, prolonged, innovative (mis)use of words can literally change their character.
Internet lingo now creeping into corporate communication
Abbreviated expressions used widely in chats and tweets started making into the online format of Oxford English Dictionary.
Internet phasing out printed Oxford Dictionary
In future, the Oxford English Dictionary may only be available online.
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