Excitement As Nigerian English Words Are Added To Oxford English Dictionary

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has added a number of Nigerian English words into its dictionary.

This includes Nigerian terms like Danfo, Okada, Buka, Bukateria and more. Some words originating from Nigerian Pidgin like sef and chop (to eat) were also added.

Also, some words were also updated with their meanings in Nigeria context. This includes gist, which means to gossip or have an informal conversation, next tomorrow; which means the  day after tomorrow, severally; which means many times, K-legs; which means knock knees and some other words.

See the list of words added below:Nigerian English words added to Oxford English Dictionary

Nigerian English words added to Oxford English Dictionary

Nigerian English words added to Oxford English Dictionary

Many people have reacted to this new development as they are excited that the Oxford English Dictionary acknowledged Nigerian terms and slangs.

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