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Oxford English Dictionary Admits 29 Nigerian Words
April 19, 2022
Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has admitted 29 Nigerian words and expressions in their January 2020 update. This announcement was made public on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, in the dictionary’s website. The British dictionary acknowledged Nigeria’s ownership and distinctiveness in the use of the English language. This is the first time Nigerian words or coinages will … Continue reading Oxford English Dictionary Admits 29 Nigerian Words
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