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How does the Oxford English Dictionary choose its Word of the Year?

How does the Oxford English Dictionary choose its Word of the Year?

Mornings with Simi

December 6, 202310m 36sbonus

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Show Notes

The Oxford word of the year for 2023 is "rizz," an internet slang term mostly used by young people to describe romantic appeal or charm.

Guest: Fiona McPherson, Senior Editor at the Oxford English Dictionary

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