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New Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary: 'Blandify' and 'Stroopwafel'

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New Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary: 'Blandify' and 'Stroopwafel'

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  • New additions to the Oxford English Dictionary include terms related to video games and a popular Dutch treat.
  • Terms like "player character" and "non-player character" have been defined, with abbreviations PC and NPC.
  • The famous Dutch snack "stroopwafel" has been included due to its rising popularity in the UK.
  • Additional words like "snark", "blandify", and the phrase "cosy crime" represent various cultural concepts.
  • Other notable additions are "passion project" and "lickspittling", showcasing the evolving nature of modern vocabulary.

For the full article, visit: South China Morning Post.

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