Dictionary.com's newest words include the Covid-inspired 'long hauler' and the more lighthearted 'yeet' - News Summed Up

Dictionary.com's newest words include the Covid-inspired 'long hauler' and the more lighthearted 'yeet'


(CNN) Here's an excuse to say, "yeet" -- or "oof" -- both of those words are now officially in the dictionary . Long hauler: (Pathology) a person who experiences symptoms or health problems that linger or first appear after supposed recovery from an associated acute illness or active infection. Y'all: you (used in direct address usually to two or more people, or to one person who represents a family, organization, etc.). Youse: you (usually used in addressing two or more people). You-uns: you (used in direct address usually to two or more persons).


Source: CNN July 14, 2021 20:26 UTC



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