‘Rickroll’ and ‘looksmaxxing’ are official: Merriam-Webster adds 1,400 new words to dictionary website
Summary
Merriam-Webster has added 1,400 new words to its online dictionary. Some of the new words include "looksmaxxing," "parasocial," and "rickroll."Key Facts
- Merriam-Webster.com updated its dictionary with 1,400 new words and definitions.
- The word "looksmaxxing" refers to efforts to improve one’s physical appearance.
- "Parasocial" describes one-sided relationships, like when fans feel connected to celebrities.
- "Rickroll" is a prank where someone tricks another person into watching a video of the song "Never Gonna Give You Up" by Rick Astley.
- Adding new words shows how language changes with culture and technology.
- Merriam-Webster is a well-known dictionary company that tracks new and popular words.
- This update reflects influences from internet culture and social media on language.
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