New words in the dictionary

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More than 300 words were recently added to the English language dictionary. The hosts of A Way With Words join us to look at some of the new entries and explain how words make their way into the mainstream

Featured in this Show

  • How the English language just grew by 370 words

    We discuss the recent updates to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary with a pair of word nerds.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Martha Barnette Guest
  • Grant Barrett Guest

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