The official dictionary of unofficial English : a crunk omnibus for thrillionaires and bampots for the Ecozoic Age

The official dictionary of unofficial English: A Crunk Omnibus for Thrillionaires and Bampots for the Ecozoic Age. For readers who want to be on the cutting edge of the English lexicon or for dedicated word geeks, The Official Dictionary of Unofficial English presents more than 750 words that have unofficially joined the English language. These words are hot off the street, new even to cyberspace, and definitely not found in Websters. Each entry features a definition, etymology, and at least three citations from print and the Internet that show the evolution of its meaning. Grant Barrett is an American lexicographer and dictionary editor specializing in slang and new words. He is part of the team of lexicographers that make the new online dictionary Wordnik.com possible. Grant is also co-host of the American language- related public radio show «A Way With Words» and editor of the «Oxford Dictionary of American Political Slang» More than 750 brand-new words that make "bling-bling" sound so five minutes ago For readers who want to be on the cutting edge of the English lexicon or for dedicated word geeks, The Official Dictionary of Unofficial English presents more than 750 words that have unofficially joined the English language. These words are hot off the street, new even to cyberspace, and definitely not found in Webster's . Each entry features a definition, etymology, and at least three citations from print and the Internet that show the evolution of its meaning. Entries include: Bangalored (adj.) having been relocated to India; having lost business or employment due to such a relocation. Paleoconservative (n.) a holder of outdated or old-fashioned conservative beliefs. Barbecue Stopper (n.) a topic of constant and widespread conversation, especially a divisive political or social issue. From Nollywood To Califunny And Corrupticut To Trashcanistan, These Words Are Hot Off The Street And The Internet, And They Are Definitely Not In Webster's. Inside You'll Find More Than 750 New Words, Their Meanings, And How They Became Part Of The English Lexicon.--jacket. Grant Barrett. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 407-409). The words come from different countries where English is spoken, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, South Africa, and others The author's website has received more than 1.2 million hits since its launch in 2004, and he is frequently interviewed about language in publications such as the New York Times Presents more than 750 words that have unofficially joined the English language. This title includes entries such as: Bangalored - having been relocated to India, having lost business or employment due to such a relocation, and Paleoconservative - a holder of outdated or old-fashioned conservative beliefs.