A new set of words has been added to the Cambridge Dictionary, and we can thank Gen Z for the update.
More than 3,200 words where added this year — including several slang terms.
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New words added to the list have gained popularity online and in youth culture , and have staying power.
They first includes a Shitt's Creek reference pertaining to Alexis Rose's affectionate touch.
Boop- a gentle hit or touch on a person's or animal's nose or head, showing that you like them or as a joke.
IYKYK- “used, for example on social media and in text messages, to show that there is a shared joke or shared knowledge with the reader that other people might not understand.”
Face journey - a series of expressions that appear on someone’s face showing different emotions that they are experiencing as a reaction to something.”
Chef’s kiss - A movement in which you put your fingers and thumb together, kiss them, then pull your hand away from your lips as a way of showing that you think that something or someone is perfect or excellent,”
Or, the movement a chef makes to indicate that something tastes good.
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The ick- “a sudden feeling that you dislike someone or something or are no longer attracted to someone because of something they do.”
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