New words list June 2022

New words: entirely new headword entries appearing in OED for the first time
New sub-entries: compounds or phrases integrated in to the body of newly or recently updated entries
New senses: new senses integrated in to the body of newly or recently updated entries
Additions to unrevised entries: new senses, compounds, or phrases appended to the end of existing OED entries which have not yet been updated for the Third Edition

ahoi, n.: “A body or class of people who have been given the right to cultivate a plot of land without payment; tenants at will. Also as a count noun: a tenant…”
animalizing, n.: “The action of animalize, v. (in various senses); esp. the process of representing a person or thing as an animal with respect to appearance or…”
animately, adv.: “In an animate or animated manner; with life or animation.”
Anishinaabe, n. and adj.: “A member of any various (mostly Ojibwa-speaking) peoples of Canada and the United States, including the Ojibwa, Chippewa, Algonquin, Ottawa, and…” plus one more sense…
anjeer, n.: “The fruit of the fig tree, Ficus carica.”
ankara, n.: “A type of fabric especially popular in Nigeria and other countries in West Africa, featuring designs in bold contrasting colours, obtained by a wax…”
ankimo, n.: “In Japanese cookery: the liver of a monkfish, esp. as rubbed with salt and rinsed with sake, formed into a cylinder, steamed, and served cold in…”
ankle-biting, n.: “The action of biting a person’s ankle or ankles.” and other senses…
ankle-biting, adj.: “Of an animal: prone to biting people’s ankles. Hence of a dog: small and aggressive.” and other senses…
ankle bracelet, n.: “An electronic device worn round the ankle which monitors the wearer’s location or (occasionally) blood alcohol content; spec. a device of this sort…” and other senses…
ankle-breaker, n.: “In general use: anything which causes, or is capable of causing a person to twist or break an ankle. Frequently hyperbolical. Also as a modifier.” and other senses…
ankle-breaking, adj.: “In general use: that which causes, or is capable of causing a person to twist or break an ankle. Frequently hyperbolical.” plus one more sense…
ankling, n.: “A pedalling technique in which the heel is lowered on the downstroke and lifted on the upstroke, thereby increasing efficiency. Cf. ankle, v. 1.”
anklung, n.: “A musical instrument, shaken by the player, consisting of a wooden frame from which bamboo rods tuned in octaves are suspended.”
anma, n.: “A form of traditional Japanese massage therapy in which pressure is applied to certain points on the body using the hands. Frequently as a modifier…” plus one more sense…
anno, adv.: “Preceding a date: in the specified year of the Christian era. Cf. Anno Domini, adv.”
annona, n.: “Grain or other provisions paid as a tax by landowners to the major cities of the Roman Empire. Hence generally: rations, provisions.”
annotatable, adj.: “That can be furnished with notes, comments, etc.; able to be annotated.”
annoted, adj.: “Provided or supplied with notes, comments, etc.; = annotated, adj.”
announceable, adj. and n.: “That can be announced; that deserves to be the subject of an announcement.” plus one more sense…
annoyedly, adv.: “In an annoyed manner.”
annuality, n.: “Finance. Adoption of or adherence to a policy whereby funds allocated to a budget in a financial year must be spent within that period, with nothing…” plus one more sense…
annualization, n.: “The action or fact of calculating a variable (typically a rate of interest, inflation, return on an investment, etc.) on an annual basis, usually as…”
annuitize, v.: “transitive and intransitive. To convert (an investment) into an annuity or series of regular payments.” plus one more sense…
annuitized, adj.: “Designating the total value of an annuity or series of regular payments over a person’s lifetime or the lifetime of the payments.” plus one more sense…
annuitizing, n.: “The action of converting an investment or other sum of money into an annuity or series of regular payments.”
anodynic, adj.: “That soothes the mind or feelings; inoffensive, bland; anodyne.” plus one more sense…
anonym., n.2: “As a graphic abbreviation: = anonymous, n. 1 Cf. anon., n.”
anonyma, n.2: “With plural agreement. Works of unknown or unavowed authorship; anonymous works.”
anonymization, n.: “The action or practice of making a person or thing anonymous; esp. the removal of identifying particulars or details from something, esp. data or…”
anonymizer, n.: “A tool such as a program or proxy server which enables a user to use the internet anonymously by concealing his or her identifying information.”
anor, pron.: “As a graphic abbreviation in the titles of legal cases, preceded by and: one other; = another, pron. 3. Cf. ors., pron.”
anothery, n.: “Another one.”
asante sana, int. and n.: “Used to express gratitude: ‘thank you very much’.” plus one more sense…
ashrama, n.: “Each of the four stages of an ideal life.”
ati, adv. and int.: “As someone said; reportedly, allegedly, supposedly.” plus one more sense…
back to front, adv. and adj.: “In such a way as to reverse the usual or correct position or order; (esp. of clothing) with the back part in the position usually occupied by the…” plus one more sense…
bakla, n.: “A person registered as male at birth who identifies with or presents a feminine gender expression, typically through behaviours, occupations, modes of…”
bambi, int. and adv.: “Used to express contextually a variety of emotions, such as surprise, wonder, sympathy, etc.” plus one more sense…
Bantuized, adj.: “Esp. of words: containing elements from a Bantu language or languages. Also: influenced by or adapted to Bantu culture.”
benga, n.: “A style of popular music originating in Kenya, influenced by traditional Kenyan music and characterized by fast-paced rhythms and the melodic…”
bobsled, v.: “intransitive. To travel or race in a bobsled.”
bobsledder, n.: “A person who rides a bobsled, esp. as a sport or pastime.”
bobsledding, n.: “The action, sport, or pastime of riding a bobsled.”
bobsleigh, v.: “intransitive. To travel or race in a bobsleigh.”
bobsleigher, n.: “A person who rides a bobsleigh, esp. as a sport or pastime.”
Bongo, n.4: “A style of hip-hop music originating in Tanzania; = Bongo Flava, n. Often as a modifier, esp. in Bongo music.” and other senses…
Bongo Flava, n.: “A style of music originating in Tanzania, combining elements of American hip-hop with influences from reggae, R&B, Afrobeat, dancehall, and…”
Brahmaloka, n.: “In Buddhism and Hinduism: the highest celestial world or heaven. Also (Jainism): one of several realms of heaven.”
Brahmana, n.: “Any of a group of Vedic texts, composed in Sanskrit between 800 and 600 b.c. and containing expository material relating to Vedic sacrificial ritual.”
Brahmic, adj.1: “Of, relating to, or characteristic of Brahmanism or Brahmins, or more generally of Hindu peoples or Hinduism.”
Brahmic, adj.3: “Of or relating to Brahma (Brahma, n.1); spec. (Hindu Philosophy) of or relating to the ultimate reality of the universe (cf. Brahma, n.1 2); (also)…”
Brahmic, adj.4: “Of, relating to, or written in the Brahmi script (see Brahmi, n. adj.) or any of various scripts descended from it; designating any of these scripts.”
Brahms and Liszt, adj.: “(British slang) Drunk, intoxicated. Cf. Mozart and Liszt, adj.”
brotherboy, n.: “In Australian Aboriginal usage: a person registered as female at birth who identifies with or presents a masculine gender expression, typically through…”
buibui, n.: “A traditional garment worn by Muslim women in East Africa, typically a long black gown with a black head covering that leaves only the eyes or face…”
bulldoze, n.: “The action of clearing, levelling, or demolishing with or as with a bulldozer. Also figurative.” plus one more sense…
bulldozer, v.: “transitive. To demolish (buildings, etc.) or clear (land) with a bulldozer. Also with away, down, etc. Cf. bulldoze, v. 4a.” and other senses…
bulldozered, adj.: “Cleared or demolished by a bulldozer. Cf. bulldozed, adj. 2.” plus one more sense…
bully beau, n.: “A man given to or characterized by riotous, thuggish, and threatening behaviour; a braggart, a hector (Hector, n. 2); spec. a dandyish man who…”
bullycide, n.: “Suicide committed by a person, especially a child or young adult, as a result of being bullied.”
bully hack, n.: “A man given to or characterized by violent or threatening behaviour; spec. one who looks after a prostitute in return for a share or all of her…”
busaa, n.: “A strong home-brewed traditional Kenyan beer made from fermented millet, maize, or sorghum flour.”
buveera, n.: “With plural agreement: plastic bags, plastic packaging. Cf. kaveera, n.”
Bw, n.: “A title of courtesy or respect prefixed to the surname or first name of a man. Cf. Bwana, n.”
bystanding, n.: “The fact or state of being a bystander; presence without involvement.”
casta, n.: “Any of several groups or classes of people distinguished chiefly on the basis of racial heritage or descent.” and other senses…
casteist, adj. and n.: “A person who is prejudiced, antagonistic, or discriminatory towards a person or people on the basis of their membership of a particular caste…” and other senses…
catnep, n.: “The herb Nepeta cataria (see catnip, n. 1); (also) the leaves of this plant, used medicinally and as a stimulant for cats. Also as a modifier.”
chaiwala, n.: “A person who sells tea (and sometimes other drinks), typically on the street or from a small roadside establishment.”
changaa, n.: “A strong, home-brewed traditional Kenyan spirit made from fermented grains such as millet, maize, or sorghum.”
chapo, n.: “A thin pancake of unleavened wholemeal bread cooked on a griddle; = chapatti, n.”
chips mayai, n.: “In Tanzanian and Kenyan cookery: a thick omelette having fried potatoes (chips) mixed in with the eggs during cooking, served open rather than folded…”
collabo, v.: “intransitive. Esp. of musicians: to collaborate; to work together with another or others, or on a project.”
cyathium, n.: “A cup-shaped inflorescence found in plants of the genus Euphorbia (family Euphorbiaceae), consisting of a central reduced female flower surrounded by…”
daladala, n.: “A van or minibus that carries passengers for a fare as part of an informal transport system in Tanzania. Also as a modifier.”
debe, n.: “A square tin container for liquids, holding approximately four gallons (about 20 litres); (also) a measure of capacity equal to the amount it takes…”
deskmate, n.: “A person who sits next to another at school (now chiefly East African). Also: a person who shares a desk with another at work.” plus one more sense…
dirten, v.: “transitive. To make dirty, to soil.” plus one more sense…
Doc, n.4: “Chiefly in plural. Doc Martens boots or shoes (see Dr. Martens, n.).”
double-deck, v.: “transitive. To provide (something) with two decks, tiers, floors, etc.; to stack (things of the same type) in two layers, one above the other.” plus one more sense…
dumpsite, n.: “A place where refuse or waste is deposited; a rubbish tip.”
Dunning–Kruger, n.: “attributive and in the genitive (as Dunning–Kruger’s). Designating a postulated cognitive bias whereby people who have little ability in, or…”
dwarven, adj.: “In fantasy fiction, games, etc.: of or relating to dwarves (see dwarf, n. 3); (also) of the nature of a dwarf. Cf. dwarfish, adj. 2.” plus one more sense…
effeminizing, n.: “The action of making a person or thing effeminate or feminine; the process of becoming effeminate or feminine; (also) an instance of this.”
enby, n. and adj.: “(colloquial) A person who has a non-binary gender identity; cf. non-binary, adj. 2b.” plus one more sense…
escorting, n.: “The action or practice of escorting someone or something, esp. for protection or security.” plus one more sense…
eustress, n.: “Positive mental or emotional response to a stressor, typically manifesting in increased motivation, excitement, or happiness. Also: something that…”
federo, n.: “A (proposed) federal system of government; federalism.”
financeable, adj.: “Designating something for which funding or payment can be provided; that can be financed.”
financialization, n.: “The process by which financial institutions, markets, etc., increase in size and influence in an economy or region.”
financialize, v.: “transitive. To treat or regard (something) in terms of its financial value, potential for profit, etc. In later use also: to make (a resource, asset…”
financialized, adj.: “Treated or regarded in terms of financial value, potential for profit, etc. In later use also: (of a resource, asset, etc.) made tradable in, or…” plus one more sense…
finger trap, n.: “A toy or puzzle consisting of a small cylinder of woven bamboo, paper, straw, etc., into each end of which a person inserts a finger, only to find…” plus one more sense…
flava, n.: “Originally and chiefly in hip-hop and R&B: a distinctive individual musical style; the particular character, quality, or ‘flavour’ of a musician or…”
folx, n.: “People, folk; people in general. Cf. folk, n. 3a.”
githeri, n.: “In Central Kenya: a traditional dish consisting of boiled maize and legumes, typically beans.”
gombolola, n.: “In Uganda, chiefly in the kingdom of Buganda: a small administrative district forming a subdivision of a county. Cf. ssaza, n.”
gomesi, n.: “A traditional floor-length dress with a square neckline, short, puffed sleeves, and a sash tied around the waist, typically made of brightly coloured…”
Ho-Chunk, n. and adj.: “A member of an indigenous people originally inhabiting Wisconsin and surrounding areas, and now having populations in Wisconsin and Nebraska. Cf…” and other senses…
hypersexualization, n.: “The action or process of making a person or thing pervasively, excessively, or inappropriately sexual; permeation with intense sexual or erotic…”
hypersexualize, v.: “transitive. To make (a person or thing) pervasively, excessively, or inappropriately sexual; to imbue or permeate with intense sexual or erotic…”
hypersexualized, adj.: “Made pervasively, excessively, or inappropriately sexual; imbued or permeated with intense sexual or erotic character, associations, or appeal.”
ignorability, n.: “The quality of being ignorable; the tendency to go unnoticed or be disregarded.”
ignoral, n.: “The action or an act of ignoring someone or something.”
ignoramus, v.: “transitive. To reject (a bill of indictment) with a notation of ‘ignoramus’ (see ignoramus, n. 1a). Also: to release (a person) from a charge by…”
ignorati, n.: “With plural agreement (usually with the): uneducated, unsophisticated, or ill-informed people considered collectively or as a class.”
ignored, adj.: “That has been paid no attention; disregarded; overlooked, unnoticed.” plus one more sense…
irio, n.: “In Kenyan cookery: a dish consisting of mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes with maize, peas, and leafy green vegetables such as spinach, typically…”
Isukuti, n.: “In Kenya: a wooden drum, traditionally made from a hollowed log, which is usually hung over the shoulder and played by striking with the fingers and…” plus one more sense…
jembe, n.: “A hand tool shaped like a hoe, with a blade set at an (acute) angle to the handle, used for digging, breaking up soil, removing weeds, etc.”
jiko, n.: “A type of portable charcoal or wood-burning stove, typically made of metal with a ceramic lining, used for cooking and heating.”
Kalenjin, n. and adj.: “A Southern Nilotic language family comprising twelve languages spoken in Kenya, eastern Uganda, and northern Tanzania; a language of this family. Cf…” and other senses…
kalo, n.: “Millet flour. Also: bread made from this mixed with water and often cassava flour, forming a staple food in parts of Uganda.”
kashata, n.: “In East African cookery: a type of confectionery, typically made with coconut or peanuts or both, and flavoured with cinnamon and cardamom.”
Katikkiro, n.: “The highest-ranking officer of the kingdom of Buganda in central Uganda; (the title given to) the prime minister of Buganda.”
katogo, n.: “In Ugandan cookery: a dish usually eaten for breakfast, typically consisting of matoke (matoke, n.) and sometimes cassava boiled in a pot with…” plus one more sense…
kaveera, n.: “With singular agreement. As a mass noun: plastic bags, plastic packaging; (as a count noun) a plastic bag, a piece of plastic. Cf. buveera, n.”
kiondo, n.: “A handwoven bag made from cord or string, now usually of sisal, with long handles or straps that can be slung over the shoulder.”
kipande, n.: “In Kenya: an identity document formerly issued to black Africans; spec. a document that the British colonial government required all black African…”
kwanjula, n.: “An engagement ceremony where the families of the bride and groom formally meet; = introduction, n. additions .”
kyeyo, n.: “Work done by a Ugandan overseas, esp. that which is low-paid or unskilled. Often as a modifier, as in kyeyo job, kyeyo worker, etc. Cf. nkuba kyeyo…”
leso, n.: “A type of cotton fabric printed with designs in bright colours, typically in squares or rectangles featuring a border on all four sides, and used…”
mabati, n.: “Corrugated iron sheeting, used esp. as a building material for houses. Frequently as a modifier.”
machinga, n.: “A street vendor; a hawker.”
magendo, n.: “Illegal traffic or trade in officially controlled goods, or in commodities in short supply; = black market, n. Also: illegal or contraband goods so…”
majimbo, n.: “In Kenya: a system of government in which authority is devolved to local or regional administrative bodies.”
mama ntilie, n.: “A street vendor, typically a woman, selling cooked food at low prices from a handcart or stall. Also: a street stall or roadside restaurant run by…”
manamba, n.: “An indentured labourer or low-paid manual worker, esp. a migrant worker on a sisal plantation; (with plural agreement) such people collectively. Also…” plus one more sense…
mandazi, n.: “In East African cookery: a small cake consisting of sweetened dough fried in oil, usually triangular in shape and typically eaten as a snack or as an…”
manicule, n.: “An image, symbol, or typographic mark depicting a hand with a pointing forefinger (☛), esp. used in writing or printing to draw the reader’s…”
mbege, n.: “A traditional home-brewed beer of the Chagga people of Tanzania, made from fermented bananas and finger millet flour.”
mbu, adv.: “It would seem (that); apparently, reportedly, allegedly.”
mirabilis annus, n.: “A year of extraordinary events, esp. when regarded as omens or portents. Cf. annus mirabilis, n.”
Mozart and Liszt, adj.: “slang (originally and chiefly British) Drunk, intoxicated; = Brahms and Liszt, adj.”
mpango wa kando, n.: “An extramarital affair; sexual relations with someone other than one’s spouse or partner. Also: the person with whom one conducts such an affair; an…”
muhoi, n.: “A person who has been given the right to cultivate a plot of land without payment; a tenant at will. Cf. ahoi, n. (the usual plural form).”
multisexual, adj.: “Characterized by sexual or romantic attraction to, or sexual activity with, people of different sexes or gender identities; (now) spec. having any of…” plus one more sense…
muratina, n.: “The sausage tree, Kigelia africana (more fully muratina tree). Also (more fully muratina fruit): the fruit of this tree, which is used to make a…” plus one more sense…
muxe, n.: “In Zapotec communities of southern Mexico: a person registered as male at birth who identifies with or presents a feminine gender expression, typically…”
mwalimu, n.: “A teacher. Also as a title preceding a proper name, or as a form of address.”
mwananchi, n.: “A citizen; a member of the public. Cf. wananchi, n.”
nightertime, n.: “Night-time, the night. Esp. in by nightertime: at night, during the night; cf. a-nightertime, adv.”
nkuba kyeyo, n.: “A Ugandan person working overseas, esp. one doing a low-paid or unskilled job. Cf. kyeyo, n.”
nyama choma, n.: “In East African cookery: roasted or grilled meat.”
nyayo, n.: “A precedent or example set by a person. Now often in to follow a person’s nyayo: to follow in someone’s footsteps.”
ors., pron.: “As a graphic abbreviation in the titles of legal cases, preceded by and: others. Also occasionally in singular: one other.”
oyee, int.: “Expressing encouragement, incitement, or support: go on! go for it! long live——! hurrah!”
pangender, adj.: “Designating a non-binary person whose gender identity encompasses multiple genders, which may be experienced simultaneously or in a fluid…” plus one more sense…
para-, comb. form2: “Prefixed to the names of sports to designate their Paralympic form, as parabasketball, paraswimming, parasnowboarding, etc.”
pole pole, adv.: “Slowly or carefully; in an unhurried way; without haste. Also as int.”
pole sana, int.: “Expressing apology or regret for one’s own actions, or sympathy for an unfortunate situation: ‘I’m very sorry’; ‘what a shame’.”
postnup, n.: “A legal contract or agreement made between two people after their marriage, esp. one detailing the legal and financial rights and responsibilities of…”
sambaza, v.: “transitive. To send (mobile phone credit) to someone. Hence more generally: to share or send (something).”
saucepot, n.: “A pot for cooking or serving sauce. In later use more generally: a metal cooking pot that may be used for cooking any food, typically having a lid…” plus one more sense…
saucered, adj.: “Having a saucer-like shape or form; esp. (of the eyes) round and widened, typically with alarm, surprise, or another strong emotion (cf. eyes like…” plus one more sense…
Sena, n. and adj.: “The Bantu language of the Sena, a people inhabiting central and northwestern Mozambique and adjacent areas of Malawi and Zimbabwe.” and other senses…
share-farm, v.: “intransitive. To farm under an arrangement whereby expenses and profits are shared between the property owner and the person who farms the land. Also…”
share mould, n.: “A thick sheet of iron manufactured so that it can be shaped and sharpened into a ploughshare.”
sharenting, n.: “The action or practice of sharing news, images, or videos of one’s children on social media websites.” plus one more sense…
sharesies, n.: “In childish or playful language: the action of sharing something with another or others. Frequently in to go (also do, play) sharesies.”
sharing, adj.: “Characterized by a tendency to share with others; generous, giving, selfless. Also: characterized by a tendency to discuss emotions, personal…”
Sheng, n.3 and adj.: “A street language blending Swahili with lexical and grammatical elements from English and other languages, originating as part of youth subculture of…” plus one more sense…
shrub, n.3: “A word in another language pronounced in a manner that is influenced by one’s mother tongue. Often in plural.”
shrub, v.2: “transitive. To pronounce or write (a word or words) in another language in a manner that is influenced by one’s mother tongue. Also intransitive.”
shrubbing, n.: “The action or practice of pronouncing a word or words in another language in a manner that is influenced by one’s mother tongue; an instance of this.”
singeli, n.: “A style of fast-paced electronic dance music originating in Tanzania, combining elements of hip-hop with influences from East African popular music…”
sistergirl, n.: “In Australian Aboriginal usage: a person registered as male at birth who identifies with or presents a feminine gender expression, typically through…”
situpa, n.: “In Southern Rhodesia (subsequently Zimbabwe) and Northern Rhodesia (subsequently Zambia): an official document that the British colonial government…”
sorpotel, n.: “A dish of Portuguese origin adopted in some former Portuguese colonies (esp. in northeastern Brazil, in Goa, and on the island of Zanzibar)…”
South Sudanese, adj. and n.: “Of or relating to southern Sudan or its inhabitants; (now spec.) of or relating to the Republic of South Sudan.” plus one more sense…
soya-based, adj.: “spec. Designating food or drink consisting of or derived from soybeans; (in later use) esp. designating such food or drink consumed in preference to…” plus one more sense…
soy-based, adj.: “Designating food or drink consisting of or derived from soybeans; (in later use) esp. designating such food or drink consumed in preference to meat…” plus one more sense…
soysage, n.: “A type of vegetarian (now typically vegan) sausage made with soy protein instead of meat.”
sportswash, v.: “transitive. To use sport or a sporting event to promote a positive public image for (a sponsoring or hosting government, organization, etc., or its…”
sportswashing, n.: “The use of sport or a sporting event to promote a positive public image for a sponsor or host (typically a government or commercial organization)…”
standability, n.: “The ability of a crop to stand upright without any support.” plus one more sense…
standard class, n. and adj.: “In the UK and Ireland: the cheapest accommodation or seating in railway travel.” plus one more sense…
standfirst, n.: “A brief introductory summary of an article in a newspaper or on a website, typically appearing immediately after the headline and typographically…”
stand your ground, adj. and n.: “Law. Designating a legal principle or state law that permits a person to use deadly force in self-defence, without first trying to retreat.” and other senses…
stealthing, n.: “The action or practice of removing one’s condom during sex (or occasionally of intentionally damaging it prior to sex) without the knowledge and…” plus one more sense…
stress-busting, adj. and n.: “That alleviates or eliminates stress.” plus one more sense…
stress position, n.: “A body position or posture which puts stress on a person’s muscles, joints, etc.” and other senses…
stress reliever, n.: “An activity, substance, etc., which alleviates (or is intended to alleviate) emotional or physiological stress.” plus one more sense…
sub-location, n.: “In Kenya: an administrative district forming a subdivision of a location (see location, n. 9).”
Sudanian, adj. and n.: “Of, belonging to, or relating to Sudan or its inhabitants; = Sudanese, adj.” and other senses…
sudanophil, adj.: “That takes up a Sudan stain (which binds to lipids in tissues or cells); = sudanophilic, adj.”
taarab, n.: “A form of music originating in Zanzibar and popular in East Africa, combining Arabic singing styles with elements of African and Indian music.”
TERF, n.: “(typically derogatory) A feminist whose advocacy of women’s rights excludes (or is thought to exclude) the rights of transgender women. Also more generally: a person whose…”
Tonga, n.5 and adj.2: “A member of a Bantu-speaking people of Malawi.” and other senses…
turn-by-turn, adj.: “Designating directions or instructions provided (now esp. by GPS or a GPS system) as a vehicle approaches each turn or navigation point. Also…” plus one more sense…
uji, n.2: “In Kenyan and Tanzanian cookery: a light liquid food, typically eaten for breakfast, made by boiling (often fermented) millet flour or another…”
unga, n.: “In East African cookery: maize meal or flour, used especially to make ugali (ugali, n.).”
unjabbed, adj. and n.: “That has not undergone vaccination; unvaccinated.” and other senses…
unprocedural, adj.: “That does not follow ordinary or official procedure; irregular, illegal.”
unvaxxed, adj. and n.: “That has not undergone vaccination; unvaccinated.” plus one more sense…
vaxxer, n.: “A person who performs vaccinations; (also) an advocate of (mass) vaccination. Often contrasted with anti-vaxxer, n.”
villagize, v.: “transitive. To relocate (people) to planned villages, often compulsorily or forcibly, in an effort to exert control over previously scattered…” and other senses…

New sub-entries

to show some ankle in ankle, n.: “to show some ankle and variants: (chiefly in political contexts) to reveal or suggest some information about one’s intentions, plans, etc., typically…”
ankle bell in ankle, n.: “(chiefly in plural) a small metallic bell, a number of which are strung together and worn round the ankles, typically used by dancers to produce…”
ankle-chain in ankle, n.: “(a) a fetter or shackle for the ankle; (b) a chain worn round the ankle as an ornamental accessory.”
ankle express in ankle, n.: “(chiefly with the) the act of walking, humorously represented as a form of public transport.”
ankle-grazing in ankle, n.: “(of an item of clothing) that reaches to the ankles.”
ankle-height in ankle, n.: “(a) n. the height of a person’s ankle in relation to the ground; (b) adj. (esp. of an item of clothing) that reaches to or covers the ankles.”
ankle holster in ankle, n.: “a holster for a handgun worn at the ankle.”
ankle monitor in ankle, n.: “an electronic device worn round the ankle which monitors the wearer’s location or (occasionally) blood alcohol content; spec. a device of this sort…”
ankle-skimming in ankle, n.: “(of an item of clothing) that reaches to the ankles.”
ankle-strapped in ankle, n.: “designating footwear fastened by straps round the ankle.”
ankle tap in ankle, n.: “(a) Association Football a foul in which a player kicks an opponent’s ankle; (b) Rugby a form of tackle in which a defender dives towards an opponent…”
ankle tapping in ankle, n.: “(a) Association Football the action of committing a foul by kicking an opposing player’s ankle; (b) Rugby the action of tackling an opponent by means…”
ankle wrap in ankle, n.: “(a) n. a bandage or brace wrapped around a person’s ankle in order to provide compression and support after an injury or while playing sport; (b)…”
ankle zip in ankle, n.: “a zip fastening placed at the ankle on an item of clothing or footwear.”
annual leave in annual, adj. and n.: “(originally) a period of authorized leave of absence, taken once a year; (now usually) paid leave taken by an employee from a yearly entitlement…”
annual parallax in annual, adj. and n.: “the maximum apparent difference in position of a celestial object during the course of a year due to the changing position of the earth in its orbit…”
annual range in annual, adj. and n.: “the size of the difference between the greatest and least value of a climatic variable, esp. monthly mean temperature, observed over a period of one…”
annual report in annual, adj. and n.: “a yearly review issued by a public body, society, or other organization documenting the previous year’s activities or events, spec. a company’s…”
Annunciation Day in annunciation, n.: “a Church festival commemorating the day on which the Archangel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would, by divine conception, become…”
anomalous water in anomalous, adj.: “a supposed polymeric form of water having properties markedly different from those of ordinary water and reputedly discovered in fine capillary…”
anonymous ftp in anonymous, n. and adj.: “free or public access to an FTP server that does not require authentication of the user (see FTP, n.); capability of such access.”
anoraked in anorak, n.: “wearing an anorak.”
another time in another, pron., adj., and adv.: “another time: at a later date, not now, esp. in response to a question, or to dismiss or delay a conversation. Also as a question: ‘shall we do this…”
another time, another place in another, pron., adj., and adv.: “Originally U.S. another time, another place (also sometimes another place, another time): indicating a remote or distant set of circumstances, often…”
bandanaed in bandana, n.: “wearing or covered with a bandana.”
bobsleigh shoe in bobsleigh, n.: “†(a) a smooth iron strip, typically having a curved profile, designed to be fixed to the underside of a wooden bobsleigh runner so as to decrease…”
bordel owner in bordel, n.: “a person who owns a brothel; = brothel owner.”
Brahmanically in Brahmanical, adj.
brothel madam in brothel, n.: “a woman who owns or runs a brothel; a female brothel keeper (cf. madam, n. 5).”
a bully is always a coward in bully, n.1: “Proverb. a bully is always a coward (and variants): expressing that people who habitually seeks to harm, coerce, or intimidate those whom they…”
bully van in bully, n.1: “a police van.”
bunker fuel in bunker, n.1: “any type of fuel (originally coal, later heavy fuel oil) used to power the engines of ships; spec. (in full bunker fuel oil) the lowest grade of…”
carbon budget in carbon, n.: “(a) (a record of) the inputs, outputs, and retention of carbon by an organism or ecosystem, forming part of the carbon cycle; (b) the maximum amount…”
caste-like in caste, n.: “characteristic of, resembling, or suggestive of a caste or caste system.”
castelessness in casteless, adj.
champagne saucer in champagne, n. and adj.: “a stemmed glass with a broad, shallow bowl, in which champagne is served.”
cringe factor in cringe, n. and adj.: “an element or aspect of a situation, event, etc., that causes a person to cringe with acute embarrassment or awkwardness.”
DM in D, n.: “(in plural, as DMs) Dr. Martens boots or shoes; see Dr. Martens, n.”
danger sign in danger, n. and adj.: “a sign indicating a potential danger or hazard, esp. any of a category of public signage with vividly coloured pictograms depicting the nature of the…”
on a dime in dime, n.: “North American. on (also upon) a dime: in a very small space or short distance; (figurative) quickly, suddenly, or unexpectedly. Frequently in to…”
dimmer switch in dimmer, n.: “a device that varies the brightness of an electric light; spec. (a) a dial, switch, or control panel (typically wall-mounted) that allows the gradual…”
disproportionate dwarfism in disproportionate, adj.: “dwarfism in which the shortening of the affected individual’s limbs is different in degree to that of the trunk.”
drying oil in drying, adj.: “an oil that solidifies in the air to form a hard film, typically used in oil paints and varnishes.”
dwarf honeysuckle in dwarf, n. and adj.: “(a) a low-growing perennial herbaceous plant of moorlands and mountains of Europe, Asia, and parts of North America, Cornus suecica (family…”
dwarf lemur in dwarf, n. and adj.: “any of several of the very small lemurs comprising the family Cheirogaleidae, the members of which are arboreal and nocturnal; (in later use) spec. a…”
dwarf galaxy in dwarf, n. and adj.: “a galaxy of relatively low luminosity and size.”
dwarf signal in dwarf, n. and adj.: “a low home signal (see home signal n. (b) at home, n.1 adj.compounds 2).”
extracurricularly in extracurricular, adj. and n.: “outside the normal curriculum; in addition to the principle course of study.”
financial adviser in financial, adj. and n.: “a person who gives advice on financial matters; spec. a person whose job is to provide advice to clients on investments, financial products and…”
financial aid in financial, adj. and n.: “financial assistance provided to an individual, organization, etc.; (in later use also) spec. (chiefly North American) financial assistance…”
financial crisis in financial, adj. and n.: “a situation or period characterized by financial difficulty or insecurity; spec. (often with the) a widespread sharp decline in the value of assets…”
financial instrument in financial, adj. and n.: “(originally) a means of funding something; (now chiefly) a monetary contract that can be traded, such as stocks, bonds, derivatives, etc.”
financial market in financial, adj. and n.: “a trading exchange for financial assets; a market in which stocks, bonds, etc., are traded; cf. market, n. 9, money market, n. 1.”
financial services in financial, adj. and n.: “professional services provided by the financial industry, such as banking, investment, insurance, pensions, mortgages, etc.; the economic sector…”
financial statement in financial, adj. and n.: “a formal statement of the financial activities or position of a company, organization, etc., in a given period; spec. (Finance and Accounting) a…”
gender expression in gender, n.: “the outward expression of gender (as defined culturally or biologically) or of gender identity (as an individual’s personal sense), typically through…”
gender presentation in gender, n.: “the outward expression of gender (as defined culturally or biologically) or of gender identity (as an individual’s personal sense), typically through…”
grease nipple in grease, n.: “a fitting by which lubricant can be applied directly to a bearing or other moving part of a machine using a grease gun; cf. zerk, n. 1.”
grease pencil in grease, n.: “a pencil made with coloured wax, typically used for marking hard, glossy, or non-porous surfaces such as glass or porcelain; a similar implement for…”
heat stress in heat, n.: “the physical stress undergone by an object, or the physiological stress experienced by an organism, as a result of high ambient temperature; (also)…”
hypersexual in hyper-, prefix: “characterized by or exhibiting an unusually high level of sexual desire or activity; focused on or preoccupied with sex to an extreme or excessive…”
Islamic finance in Islamic, adj.: “a financial system that conforms to Islamic principles and Sharia law, esp. by prohibiting the payment or receipt of interest.”
lark bunting in lark, n.1: “†(a) the corn bunting, Emberiza calandra (obsolete); (b) a North American sparrow, Calamospiza melanocorys, having greyish-brown and white or (in the…”
midgety in midget, n. and adj.: “resembling or suggestive of a midget; very small or insignificant, puny.”
personal finance in personal, adj., n., and adv.: “(often in plural) an individual or family’s income, expenditure, assets, and other financial affairs (as distinguished from those of a country…”
precision agriculture in precision, n. and adj.: “an approach to agricultural practice in which processes are finely adjusted, in response to natural variation within and between sites and crops, in…”
profoundly deaf in profoundly, adv.: “having hearing that is severely impaired, esp. to an extent that prevents the understanding of speech by listening only.”
proportionate dwarfism in proportionate, adj.: “dwarfism in which the affected individual’s limbs and trunk are shortened to (more or less) the same degree.”
public finance in public, adj. and n.: “(a) (often in plural) government revenue and expenditure, such as taxation, public spending, government borrowing and debt, etc.; (b) the branch of…”
public service announcement in public service, n.: “a message or announcement intended to raise awareness about a specific issue of public interest, esp. one commissioned by a government agency or…”
queue voting in queue, n.: “an electoral system in which voters express their preference by standing behind the candidate or a photograph of the candidate of their choice, and…”
sample this in sample, v.: “Kenyan English. sample this: (as a sentence adverbial) by way of illustration; as an instance, for example.”
sass-box in sass, n.: “a sassy person; (originally) one who is impudent, impertinent, or cheeky; (later also) one who is self-assured, bold, or spirited.”
sasswood tree in sasswood, n.: “any of several tropical West African leguminous trees of the genus Erythrophleum having bark used as an ordeal poison, esp. E. suaveolens and E…”
more sauce than meat in sauce, n.: “more sauce than meat and variants: used to imply that a work, theory, etc., is superficially pleasant or attractive, but contains little of real…”
saucer pass in saucer, n. and adj.: “a pass in which the puck travels through the air at a low trajectory, spinning in a manner likened a flying saucer, and lands flat on the ice.”
saucer sled in saucer, n. and adj.: “a large shallow circular sled without runners, made of plastic or metal and used for sliding downhill over snow or ice.”
shamba boy in shamba, n.: “a boy or man employed on a farm or plantation, esp. in manual labour; a farmhand.”
sharemaker in share, n.1: “a person who makes or repairs ploughshares.”
share house in share, n.2: “a house that is rented by two or more people living independently, who have separate bedrooms but share a kitchen, bathroom, and other communal…”
share plate in share, n.2: “a serving or selection of food that is shared by two or more diners, esp. in a restaurant; cf. sharing plate.”
share-taxi in share, n.2: “a taxicab or similar vehicle which is shared by passengers travelling to various destinations along the same route; a service of this type.”
share tenant in share, n.2: “a tenant farmer who gives a percentage of the income from their crops to a landowner as rent, and who is responsible for providing labour, equipment…”
share account in share, n.2: “a financial account consisting of or relating to shares owned; (now) spec. (a) British a building society deposit account with no fixed investment…”
share dividend in share, n.2: “a sum of money paid regularly (typically annually) by a company to its shareholders out of its profits or reserves; cf. dividend, n. 2.”
share draft in share, n.2: “(in a credit union) a written order used to access funds in an individual account; often as a modifier, esp. in share-draft account.”
share ramping in share, n.2: “the action of attempting to influence the share price of a company in order to profit from a resulting change in the price, e.g. buying shares in a…”
share split in share, n.2: “the division of a company’s stock into multiple new shares according to a specified ratio.”
share tipping in share, n.2: “the action or practice of predicting or giving expert advice about shares which are likely to prove successful investments; frequently as a modifier.”
shared appreciation in shared, adj.2: “(as a modifier) designating a type of mortgage in which the lender receives a portion of any increase in value of the property when it is sold…”
shared care in shared, adj.2: “care provided by more than one person; spec. an arrangement between two or more care providers, or between a welfare agency and the family of a…”
shared equity in shared, adj.2: “a type of mortgage scheme in which the government, a housing association, or some other provider lends a portion of the down payment in exchange for…”
shared memory in shared, adj.2: “(a) n. the use of the same portion of memory by two or more programs, as a means of sharing or passing data efficiently; memory used in this way; (b)…”
shared ownership in shared, adj.2: “the state or condition of sharing the ownership of something, spec. (in the United Kingdom) a system whereby the occupier of a dwelling buys a…”
shared parenting in shared, adj.2: “the sharing of parental duties between two or more people when bringing up a child.”
shared space in shared, adj.2: “a road, public square, etc., esp. in an urban area, that is designed to calm or reduce the flow of traffic and allow pedestrians, motorists, and…”
shared taxi in shared, adj.2: “a taxicab or similar vehicle which is shared by passengers travelling to various destinations along the same route, which only departs when all the…”
shareholder value in shareholder, n.: “the earnings made on a company’s shares by their holders, esp. considered as a measure of the company’s success.”
share price index in share price, n.: “an index of the value or performance of a stock market formed by selecting a number of prominent shares traded on a stock exchange and comparing the…”
sharing economy in sharing, n.2: “(in early use) a system or service which enables the distribution of intellectual property over the Internet; (later) an economy in which companies…”
short loin in short, adj., n., and adv.: “a cut of beef from the hindquarters of a steer or heifer, behind the ribs, including the top loin and the tenderloin, usually cut into steaks.”
single-serve in single, adj.: “(a) adj. containing a portion or serving of a packaged food or drink product suitable for one person; designating a product sold in such a portion…”
on a sixpence in sixpence, n.: “on (also upon) a sixpence: in a very small space or short distance. Frequently (and earliest) in to turn on (also upon) a sixpence and variants: to…”
snake-oil salesman in snake oil, n.: “(originally) a person who sells snake oil; (later chiefly figurative) a person who sells or promotes something which is superficially attractive or…”
sofa set in sofa, n.: “a set of furniture consisting of a sofa and matching chairs, esp. a three-piece suite of two armchairs and a sofa.”
soy burger in soy, n.1: “a vegetarian (now typically vegan) burger made with soy protein instead of meat; (also occasionally) a burger made with a mixture of meat and soy…”
soy cheese in soy, n.1: “any of various types of cheese-like food made with processed soybeans, (now) esp. one consumed as an alternative to cheese made with animal milk…”
soy meal in soy, n.1: “meal made from soybeans following the extraction of their oil, chiefly used as feed for livestock.”
soy nut in soy, n.1: “a soybean, esp. one that has been roasted until browned and crunchy, often consumed as an alternative to nuts; frequently in soy nut butter (cf…”
soy sausage in soy, n.1: “a vegetarian (now typically vegan) sausage made with soy protein instead of meat.”
soya sauce in soya, n.: “a sauce made from fermented soybeans, typically having a thin liquid consistency, a brown colour, and a salty or umami taste, used as a condiment or…”
soya bean curd in soya bean, n.: “a substance typically made from the curds of soy milk and formed into blocks, used chiefly in Asian and vegetarian or vegan cooking; = tofu, n.”
soybean curd in soybean, n.: “a substance typically made from the curds of soy milk and formed into blocks, used chiefly in Asian and vegetarian or vegan cooking; = tofu, n.”
soybean meal in soybean, n.: “meal made from soybeans following the extraction of their oil, chiefly used as feed for livestock.”
soybean rust in soybean, n.: “a disease of soybeans and other leguminous plants, caused by the fungi Phakopsora pachyrhizi (more fully Asian soybean rust) and P. meibomiae and…”
special hire in special, adj., adv., and n.: “(chiefly Ugandan English) a vehicle with a driver for public hire, now esp. a taxi.”
stand collar in stand, n.1: “(on a garment) a collar designed to stand upright rather than being folded down.”
stand-side in stand, n.1: “(a) n. the side nearest to a stand (see sense 19a) in a stadium, racecourse, etc.; (b) adj. of, relating to, or happening near the side of a stadium…”
stands side in stand, n.1: “(a) n. the side nearest to the stands (see sense 19a) at a racecourse; (b) adj. of, relating to, or happening by or near the side of a racecourse…”
stand table in stand, n.1: “a small table; cf. sense 32a.”
to stand in line in stand, v.: “Military. To get in formation; to take one’s place in the ranks.”
to stand in line in stand, v.: “Chiefly U.S. To wait one’s turn in a line or queue; to join or form a queue. Also (New York): to stand on line.”
as I stand here in stand, v.: “as (sure (also surely, certainly, etc.) as) I stand here (also before you) and variants: used to asseverate or emphasize the truth of a statement…”
to stand trial in stand, v.: “to stand trial: to be tried by a court of law for an offence.”
to stand tall in stand, v.: “To assume an erect, straight-backed posture; to draw oneself upright.”
to stand tall in stand, v.: “To exhibit pride, self-confidence, dignity, or fortitude.”
standard of proof in standard, n., adj., and int.: “the level of proof or amount of evidence required for success in a legal proceeding.”
standard of care in standard, n., adj., and int.: “the level of attention, caution, or prudence expected or required of a person, especially to ensure the safety or well-being of others.”
standard setter in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a person who or body that sets the standard in a given discipline, industry, area, etc.; a person who or body which sets standards.”
standard setting in standard, n., adj., and int.: “(a) adj. that establishes a standard in a given discipline, industry, area, etc.; (b) n. the establishment of a standard in a given discipline…”
standard form in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a way of writing a number, especially a large or small number, in which only one integer appears before the decimal point, the value being adjusted…”
standard form contract in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a contract consisting of standardized and non-negotiable terms, esp. where one party to the contract is in a weaker bargaining position than the…”
standard gravity in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a nominal value for the gravitational acceleration of a body in a vacuum near the earth’s surface; cf. G, n. 14a(b).”
standard lens in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a camera lens with a focal length approximately equal to the diagonal of the negative, giving a field of view similar to that of the naked eye.”
standard mattress in standard, n., adj., and int.: “(perhaps) a mattress on a permanent or stationary frame; a tall mattress; a mattress raised on posts; cf. standing bed.”
Standard Model in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a mathematical description of the elementary subatomic particles of matter and the electromagnetic, weak, and strong forces by which they interact…”
standard operating procedure in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a set of instructions on how to carry out a particular operation within a company, industry, field, etc.; (also, more loosely) an established method…”
standard poodle in standard, n., adj., and int.: “the largest variety of poodle, standing 45 to 62 cm high at the shoulder; a dog of this variety.”
standard-size in standard, n., adj., and int.: “of a standard or regular size; = standard-sized adj.”
standard-sized in standard, n., adj., and int.: “of a standard or regular size; standard-size adj.”
standard temperature and pressure in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a set of standard conditions under which experiments are performed and which may be used as a basis for calculations involving quantities that vary…”
standard theory in standard, n., adj., and int.: “a model of generative grammar that distinguishes between two different representations of a sentence: deep structure (see deep structure n. at deep…”
on standby in standby, n., adj., and adv.: “Of an electrically powered (esp. electronic) device: in an operational mode or state of readiness in which the power is switched on but the device is…”
stander bearer in stander, n.: “= standard-bearer, n. (in various senses).”
standing desk in standing, n.1: “a desk designed to be used by a person standing upright, esp. (now) one used with the aim of reducing the amount of time spent sitting.”
standing buddle in standing, adj. and n.2: “a shallow inclined vat filled with water and used to sort and clean ore.”
standing ice in standing, adj. and n.2: “a layer of immobile ice; spec. sea ice that is attached to the shore, ocean bottom, etc.; cf. fast ice n. at fast, adj. compounds 1.”
standing martingale in standing, adj. and n.2: “a single adjustable strap fastened at one end to a horse’s girth on the saddle, passed between the horse’s front legs and fixed to the back of the…”
standing post in standing, adj. and n.2: “any one of a series of couriers or messengers stationed along a post route who carry letters, dispatches, etc., between one post-stage and another…”
standing count in standing, adj. and n.2: “a count of eight given to a boxer who has not been knocked down but who appears temporarily unfit to continue fighting; cf. count, n.1 1c.”
standing crust in standing, adj. and n.2: “a free-standing piecrust made and baked without the support of a dish or mould; a raised crust.”
standing image in standing, adj. and n.2: “a statue or idol; (also figurative) a false god.”
standing knee in standing, adj. and n.2: “a type of knee (knee, n. 7a) having the vertical part pointed upwards; opposed to hanging knee n.”
standing press in standing, adj. and n.2: “(a) Bookbinding a screw press with a heavy base used to press the pages of a book together; (b) an exercise in which a person raises a weight, such…”
standing seam in standing, adj. and n.2: “a raised interlocking seam which joins two adjacent metal roof panels; frequently as a modifier.”
standing charge in standing, adj. and n.2: “a fixed fee or payment; spec. a fixed surcharge paid for access to a service or product, esp. to a utility company, in addition to usage charges.”
standing joke in standing, adj. and n.2: “a person who or thing that regularly causes amusement or ridicule.”
standing rent in standing, adj. and n.2: “a fixed sum paid as rent; (in later use chiefly U.S.) a rent on land paid as a fixed amount of produce instead of money (now historical).”
standover merchant in standover, n.: “a person, esp. a man, who employs threatening behaviour to intimidate others; a bully.”
in stress for in stress, n.: “in stress for: in need of. Frequently with emphatic modifier, as in in great stress for, in dire stress for: in urgent need of. Now rare.”
stress fibre in stress, n.: “a type of fibrillar structure involved in the maintenance of cell shape and in cellular adhesion and motility; (in later use) spec. a fibre of this…”
stress-optical in stress, n.: “of or relating to the effects of physical stress on the optical properties of a substance.”
stress bunny in stress, n.: “a person who is stressed or has a tendency to become stressed.”
stress cardiomyopathy in stress, n.: “a syndrome mainly affecting older women, typically after an emotionally or physically stressful event, characterized by sudden impairment of the…”
stress disorder in stress, n.: “any of various physical disorders or mental conditions attributed to exposure to stress.”
stress-eat in stress, n.: “intransitive and transitive to eat unhealthily in response to or as a means of coping with stress.”
stress eater in stress, n.: “a person who has a tendency to eat unhealthily in response to or as a means of coping with stress.”
stress eating in stress, n.: “the action of eating unhealthily in response to or as a means of coping with stress.”
stress hormone in stress, n.: “any hormone involved in the disturbed physiological state of the body occurring in response to stress, esp. cortisol and the catecholamines…”
stress-induced in stress, n.: “(esp. of an illness or medical condition) caused by stress.”
stress management in stress, n.: “the fact or process of controlling one’s levels of stress, or coping with stress more effectively; the use of particular techniques to achieve this.”
stress protein in stress, n.: “any of a group of proteins whose synthesis is increased when a cell is exposed to stress (see sense 7) and which have a protective effect against…”
stress-related in stress, n.: “(esp. of an illness or medical condition) associated with or (partially) caused by stress.”
stress-accented in stress, n.: “characterized by or carrying stress accent; stressed.”
stressfulness in stressful, adj.: “the quality or condition of being stressful.”
tall relative in tall, adj. and adv.: “a relative, friend, or acquaintance with money or power who advances the interests of another person; an influential patron or sponsor.”
tank-topped in tank top, n.: “(of a garment, design, etc.) incorporating or featuring a tank top; (of a person) wearing a tank top.”
tarmacking in tarmac, v.: “the action or process of walking the streets looking for work; job hunting.”
on a tickey in tickey, n.: “on a tickey: in a small area or circle (esp. with reference to the ability of a vehicle to turn or manoeuvre within a small space); accurately…”
two bricks and a tickey high in tickey, n.: “two bricks and a tickey high, only a tickey high and variants: (of a person) very short or young.”
true anomaly in true, adj., n., adv., int.: “the angular distance of an orbiting celestial object or (in later use also) an artificial satellite from one of its apsides or (occasionally) from…”
to take turns in turn, n.: “to take turns: (of two or more people) to alternate in doing something, typically so that each person does or has his or her fair share.”
to serve a person’s turn in turn, n.: “To satisfy a person’s sexual needs. Obsolete.”
turn of duty in turn, n.: “turn of duty: a period of time spent on duty occurring in rotation with others; cf. tour of duty at tour, n. 1.”
turn of the tide in turn, n.: “the point at which the tide changes from ebb to flow, or the reverse; (figurative) a reversal in human affairs, esp. an advantageous reversal of…”
to take a turn for the worse in turn, n.: “to take a turn for the worse and variants: to (start to) worsen or deteriorate, esp. suddenly. Frequently (and in early use chiefly) with reference…”
to take a turn for the better in turn, n.: “to take a turn for the better and variants: to (start to) improve or get better, esp. suddenly. Cf. for the better at better, adj. n.1adv. phrases 7.”
turn of events in turn, n.: “turn of events: a change in the expected sequence of events; a development.”
turn-based in turn, n.: “designating a game, esp. a computer game, in which players take alternating turns; of or relating to such a game.”
turn-taking in turn, n.: “the action or fact of taking turns (see to take turns at phrases 1a(d)); spec. with reference to the structure of a typical conversation, in which…”
to turn one’s back to in turn, v.: “to turn one’s (also the) back to (also †unto): = to turn one’s back on at phrases 1a(c). Formerly also (with indirect object) †to turn (a person)…”
to turn a page in turn, v.: “to turn a (new) page: to make a fresh start or new beginning, esp. after a difficult or troubled period. Similarly to turn the page (on something)…”
to turn a wheel in turn, v.: “to turn a wheel: (of a vehicle) to move or be set in motion; figurative (of a person or thing) to move forward, to make progress, to begin working…”
Ugandan Asian in Ugandan, adj. and n.: “a Ugandan of South Asian origin or descent; = Uganda Asian n. at Uganda, n.”
ujamaa village in ujamaa, n.: “a settlement consisting of collective farms, established in Tanzania as part of the ujamaa socialist policy.”
vector graphics in vector, n.: “digital graphics created using mathematically defined elements (start and end points, angles, etc.) which can be scaled without any loss in image…”
yellow dwarf in yellow, adj. and n.: “a yellow or white G-type main sequence star (the sun being a star of this class).”
yes please in yes, adv., n., and int.: “Ugandan English. yes please: used to express affirmation or agreement; ‘that’s right’, ‘exactly’.”
zooarchaeological in zoo-, comb. form: “of, relating to, or concerned with zooarchaeology; designating animal remains recovered from an archaeological site.”

New senses

aneantizing, n., sense 1: “Weakening or wasting of the body or a part of the body.”
aneantizing, n., sense 2: “Destruction, ruin; loss.”
anhelant, adj., sense 1: “Exhibiting or characterized by laboured breathing or shortness of breath; gasping, panting. Also figurative. Cf. anhelous, adj.”
anhele, v., sense 2: “intransitive. To gasp, pant. rare.”
anility, n., sense 2: “Old women collectively. Obsolete.”
aninne, adv. and prep., sense A: “Within, inside; into a place.”
ankle, n., sense 1b: “A part of the leg of various animals that corresponds, or is supposed to correspond, to the human ankle; esp. the pastern, fetlock, or hock of a…”
ankle, n., sense 2: “The part of a shoe, boot, sock, etc., which covers the ankle.”
ankle, v., sense 3: “transitive. U.S. slang. In the entertainment industry: to walk out on (an organization, project, etc.); to quit. Also intransitive.”
anklet, n., sense 2: “Chiefly U.S. A sock reaching to just above the ankle; an ankle sock.”
anlike, adj. and n., sense B.1: “That which is similar to another.”
Anno Domini, adv. and n., sense B.1: “A particular year. rare.”
annotate, v., sense 1: “transitive. To make a mark or marks on (something). Obsolete. rare.”
annotate, v., sense 2: “transitive. To denote or signify (something). Obsolete. rare.”
annotation, n., sense 5: “Genetics. The action or an act of identifying coding and non-coding regions in a digital sequence of nucleotides and attaching biological information…”
annote, v., sense 1a: “transitive. To record (something); to note, to write down. Obsolete.”
announce, v., sense I.1c: “To make (something) known by public or official statement; to proclaim or authoritatively deliver (a… transitive. With direct speech as object.”
announce, v., sense I.2c: “transitive. To give information about the arrival, departure, etc., of (a train, plane, or other form of transport) via a public address system in a…”
announce, v., sense I.4: “intransitive. U.S. To declare oneself a candidate for public office. Frequently with for.”
announce, v., sense I.5: “intransitive. Chiefly North American. To act as an announcer (announcer, n. 2); esp. to provide commentary during sporting or other events, typically…”
announce, v., sense II.7: “transitive (reflexive). To make one’s presence known, esp. by a particular action, feature, or characteristic.”
annoy, v., sense I.2c: “intransitive. To cause annoyance; to be a source of irritation, exasperation, or displeasure.”
annoyingly, adv., sense 2: “As a sentence adverb, expressing annoyance or irritation at an event, situation, etc.”
annoyment, n., sense 2: “Something which causes annoyance or irritation; an annoyance, a nuisance.”
annualist, n., sense 1: “A writer of annals; a chronicler of yearly events; = annalist, n. Obsolete. rare.”
annualize, v., sense 1a: “transitive. To make (something) annual; to have (something) take place or be renewed on an annual basis. rare.”
annualize, v., sense 1b: “transitive. Finance. To calculate (a rate of interest, inflation, return on an investment, etc.) on an annual basis, as a projection from figures for…”
annualizing, n., sense 2: “Finance. The action or process of calculating a variable (typically a rate of interest, inflation, etc.) on an annual basis, as a projection from…”
annuate, v., sense 1: “transitive. To nod in assent or agreement to (something); to give one’s approval to.”
annuity, n., sense 3: “In the United States: a yearly supply of goods, provisions, or money issued by the government to a North American Indian tribe under the terms of a…”
annunciate, adj., sense 2: “Designating the Virgin Mary in the act of receiving, or after she has received, the announcement from the Archangel Gabriel that she would, by divine…”
annunciate, v., sense 2: “transitive. To express (something) in clear or definite terms; to say or pronounce (something) clearly; to enunciate.”
annunciation, n., sense 1c: “Christian Church. With the and usually with capital initial. A picture or representation of the Annunciation.”
annunciation, n., sense 3: “The action of a device indicating or announcing something by means of a visible or audible signal; an indication or announcement made in this way…”
anoint, v., sense I.2b: “transitive. To smear or rub (a dead body) with oil, spices, or another substance, typically in preparation for burial or to preserve it from decay…”
anoint, v., sense I.3b: “transitive. With complement. To pronounce or proclaim (a person) to be what is specified by the complement.”
anoint, v., sense I.3c: “transitive. To approve of (a person or thing); to endorse.”
anointed, adj. and n., sense A.4: “Chiefly English regional, Irish English, and Scottish. Of a person: cursed, damned; depraved, thoroughly bad; utter. Cf. nointed, adj. 2.”
anomalistic, adj., sense 2: “Of the nature of an anomaly; deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected; anomalous. Also with to: dissimilar to; apart or separate from…”
anomaly, n., sense 7: “Medicine. An abnormality of the structure or function of a part of the body, esp. one of developmental or genetic origin. Frequently with…”
anonym, adj. and n.1, sense A: “Designating a person whose name is not known or given. Obsolete. rare.”
anonymity, n., sense 1: “An anonymous person or thing.”
anonymous, n. and adj., sense B.1d: “Of a computer program, server, etc.: that enables a user to use a network (esp. the internet) without being identifiable or traceable, by concealing…”
anonymous, n. and adj., sense B.4a: “Usually with capital initial following a plural noun. Used as the designation of an association for the support and rehabilitation of addicts or…”
anonymous, n. and adj., sense B.4b: “Usually with capital initial following a plural noun. Also figurative: used humorously or satirically in the name of hypothetical support groups for…”
anonymously, adv., sense 2: “In a way that presents no outstanding, individual, or unusual features; unremarkably or impersonally.”
anorakish, adj.: “Overly studious, unfashionable, or socially inept; spec. displaying obsessive or fastidious concern with the details of a hobby or interest. Cf…”
another, pron., adj., and adv., sense B.I.1b: “With following number modifying a plural noun or noun phrase: designating an additional set of the specified thing.”
another gate, adv. and adj., sense A: “In another way, differently. Also: elsewhere. Cf. othergates, adv. Scottish and English regional in later use.”
assign, v., Additions: “transitive. To attribute (a particular sex or gender) to a person or to classify (a person) as being a particular sex or gender, esp. on the basis of…”
asymptomatic, adj.: “An individual who exhibits no symptoms or clinical signs (of a particular disease or condition). Also (with the and plural agreement): asymptomatic…”
barrel roll, n., sense 1a: “An act of rolling like a barrel; an instance of something rolling over on its longitudinal axis, esp. with reference to a vehicle in the course of a…”
bauble, n., sense I.1b: “A decoration hung on a Christmas tree, (now) esp. a small, light, brightly-coloured or shiny ball made of glass or plastic.”
bauble, n., sense I.4: “slang. In plural. The testicles. Cf. ball, n.1 12a, jewel, n. 7.”
bauble, n., sense III.8: “slang. The penis. Obsolete.”
biting, n., Additions: “Kenyan English. A bite-sized piece of food; a small snack, appetizer, or canapé. Cf. bite, n. 7c.”
bobsled, n., sense 3: “Chiefly U.S. A team winter sport in which timed runs are made in a bobsled (sense 2) down a steep ice-covered run with banked curves. Cf. bobsleigh…”
bobsleigh, n., sense 3: “A team winter sport in which timed runs are made in a bobsleigh (sense 2) down a steep ice-covered run with banked curves. Cf. bobsled, n. 3.”
boma, n., sense 1: “East African and South African. A barrier formed from thorny branches or wooden stakes, used for defence against attacks by enemies or wild animals…”
bordel, n., sense 3a: “A person (esp. a woman) who engages in sexual activity in return for payment; a prostitute. Obsolete.”
bounce, v., Additions a: “Ugandan English. intransitive. To be turned away or made to leave. Cf. sense 8b.”
bounce, v., Additions b: “Ugandan English. intransitive. To fail to find someone at their home, office, etc., or at a rendezvous.”
Brahma, n.1, sense 1b: “Buddhism. The god responsible for the protection of Buddhist teachings and the ruler of Brahmaloka. Cf. Brahmaloka, n.”
Brahmanist, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, relating to, characteristic of, conforming to, or advocating Brahmanism.”
Brahmin, n., sense 1: “A native or inhabitant of India. Obsolete.”
Brahmin, n., sense 4: “Now usually in form Brahman. A bovine animal of the Brahman breed (see compounds 2), or of the zebu type from which it is derived.”
Brahmoist, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, relating to, characteristic of, conforming to, or advocating Brahmoism.”
Bronze Age, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or dating from the Bronze Age. Also: designating this period.”
brothelling, n., sense 2: “The action or occupation of receiving payment for engaging in sexual activity with someone, esp. in a brothel; prostitution.”
brothelly, adj., sense 2: “Of or befitting a brothel; characteristic of or resembling a brothel, esp. with reference to decor.”
bulldoze, v., sense 2: “transitive. To advance (a proposal) or bring about (an objective) by acting in an unpleasantly forceful way. Also: to push (a measure or bill)…”
bulldoze, v., sense 3: “transitive. Mining (North American). To break up (large blocks of rock or ore) using explosives, in order to allow the material to be transported…”
bulldozed, adj., sense 2: “Cleared by a bulldozer; demolished by a bulldozer.”
bulldozer, n., sense 2: “U.S. A type of mechanical forging press for bending large pieces of iron and steel, used esp. in the manufacture of components for the railway.”
bulldozing, n., sense 1: “Originally and chiefly U.S. Originally: intimidation or coercion, esp. for political ends (now rare). Now usually: pushy or domineering behaviour…”
bulldozing, n., sense 2: “Mining (North American). The action of breaking up large blocks of rock or ore (esp. using explosives) in order to allow the material to be…”
bully, adj.1, adv., and int., sense B.1: “As an intensifier: very, exceedingly. Often as a euphemism for bloody (see bloody, adj. 8a). Cf. bally, adv.”
bully, adj.1, adv., and int., sense B.2: “Very well, excellently. Now rare.”
catnip, n., sense 2: “The volatile oil nepetalactone, obtained from some plants of the mint family (Lamiaceae), esp. the leaves and stems of catnip, Nepeta cataria, which…”
chit, n.5, sense 2: “Chiefly South Asian. Originally: a written reference testifying to a person’s ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job. Now usually…”
cowardize, v., Additions: “intransitive. Ugandan English. To act like a coward; to lose one’s nerve or resolve, to ‘chicken out’.”
cream puff, n., sense 4: “U.S. colloquial. A second-hand car maintained in excellent condition.”
cream puff, n., sense 6: “Scottish colloquial (chiefly Glasgow). A state of petty annoyance, esp. in in the cream puff. Cf. huff, n. 2b.”
cringe, n. and adj., sense A.2: “colloquial. Acute embarrassment or awkwardness; (also) something that causes this.”
cringe, n. and adj., sense B: “colloquial. Causing feelings of acute embarrassment or awkwardness; that makes one cringe; cringeworthy.”
Cushite, n. and adj., sense A.2: “The language spoken in the ancient region of Kush.”
Cushitic, n. and adj., sense A.2: “A native or inhabitant of the ancient region of Kush. Cf. Cushite, n. 1. historical.”
Cushitic, n. and adj., sense B.1: “Of or relating to Cushitic (sense A. 1), or any of the languages within it. Cf. Cushite, adj.”
Cushitic, n. and adj., sense B.2: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the ancient region of Kush or its inhabitants. historical. Cf. Cushite, adj.”
department, n., Additions: “A specified quality or aspect, typically with reference to the extent to which a person is thought to possess or exhibit it. Usually as in the ——…”
dime, n., Additions: “North American. on (also upon) a dime: in a very small space or short distance; (figurative) quickly, suddenly, or unexpectedly. Frequently in to…”
domesticate, v., Additions: “transitive. To translate (a text) in such a way that its foreign character is not retained or apparent; to remove the foreign character of (a…”
double-cross, v., sense 1: “transitive. Sport. To betray (one’s opponent or his or her backer) by winning or trying to win a match or race after making an illicit deal to lose…”
double-decker, n., sense 2a: “Originally and chiefly U.S. A large barn having two floors or storeys above the lowest floor, esp. one built into a hillside or slope. Now chiefly…”
double-decker, n., sense 5d: “An airliner having two passenger decks, one above the other.”
double-decker, n., sense 6: “A sole (of a boot or shoe) consisting of two layers; a boot or shoe having such a sole. Obsolete.”
double-decker, n., sense 10: “New Zealand. A sheep which has missed a shearing and has over a year’s worth of wool. Cf. double-fleecer n.”
double-decking, n., sense 1: “In a cotton mill: the action or practice of coupling two spinning mules together, so that they can be operated by a single worker. See double-deck…”
drophead, n., sense 1: “The top end of a structure or machine for lowering coal or other goods on to a ship or boat. Cf. quot. 1858 at drop, n. 18c. Obsolete.”
dwarf, n. and adj., sense A.I.2b: “A thing that is smaller than most others of its kind. Usually followed by a phrase introduced by of, indicating the nature or class of the thing…”
dwarf, n. and adj., sense A.II.4: “An illness, apparently characterized by fever (and perhaps other symptoms) and probably believed to be caused by a supernatural being or agency (cf…”
dwarf, n. and adj., sense B.1b: “Of a plant or animal, or a variety, breed, or group of these: that is unusually small or short; spec. that is reduced in size by selective breeding…”
dwarf, n. and adj., sense B.3: “Of, relating to, or characteristic of a person of unusually short stature; designating such a person, esp. one with dwarfism.”
dwarfdom, n., sense 3: “The condition or fact of being smaller or shorter than is expected, esp. as a result of a genetic or developmental process; dwarfism. Also…”
dwarfed, adj., sense 2: “That appears or seems small or insignificant in comparison to something larger or more important, or because it is being viewed from a distance.”
dwarfing, adj., sense 1b: “That causes something or someone to appear or seem small or insignificant.”
dwarfing, adj., sense 2: “That diminishes in size; becoming smaller. rare.”
dwarfish, adj. and n., sense A.2: “In folklore, mythology, and now esp. fantasy fiction, games, etc.: of or relating to dwarves (dwarf, n. 3), their realm, culture, or language; (also)…”
dwarfish, adj. and n., sense B.2: “Usually in form Dwarvish. Chiefly in or with reference to fantasy fiction: the (fictional) language of dwarves (dwarf, n. 3). Cf. sense A. 2.”
dwarfism, n., sense 1: “depreciative. The condition of being (relatively) inferior, unimportant, ineffectual, or insignificant or deficient in some respect. Cf. dwarf, n. 1b.”
dwarf-like, adj., sense 2: “figurative. That is (relatively) inferior, insignificant, weak, or ineffectual.”
dwarf man, n., sense 2: “In folklore, mythology, and esp. children’s and fantasy fiction: a (male) dwarf (dwarf, n. 3).”
dwarfy, adj., sense 2: “figurative. Inferior in power or quality. Obsolete. rare.”
effeminator, n., sense 2: “Veterinary Medicine. A surgical instrument used to remove the ovaries of cows or other female animals (and for various other procedures).”
extend, v., Additions: “intransitive. Ugandan English. To move from one’s seat, position, place in a queue, etc., so as to make room for someone else. Usually in imperative…”
extracurricular, adj. and n., sense B: “An extracurricular activity, course of study, achievement, etc.”
faience, n., sense 2: “Architecture. Moulded (usually glazed) terracotta in the form of blocks or tiles used esp. as a façade or cladding material.”
finance, n.1, sense 1b: “figurative. In Christian contexts: the suffering and death of Christ, regarded as the price paid for the redemption of humankind; (also) the…”
finance, n.1, sense 7b(a): “As a mass noun. Monetary resources; money used or intended for a particular purpose; financing, funding.”
finance, n.1, sense 7b(b): “As a mass noun. A type of a loan offered to a consumer by a retailer or lender, allowing the consumer to make a purchase (esp. of an expensive item…”
financer, n., sense 2: “A person concerned with or skilled in finance; esp. a person who or organization which provides capital or funding to others (cf. finance, v. 2).”
financial, adj. and n., sense B.2: “The finances or financial situation of an organization or individual.”
financier, n., sense 3: “A kind of small rich almond cake of French origin, typically baked in a rectangular mould. Also (and in earliest use) more fully financier cake.”
financing, n., sense 2: “The action or process of providing or obtaining capital or funding for a business, enterprise, etc.; an instance of this. Also: capital or funding…”
firebreak, n., sense 2: “A measure intended to stop the spread of something dangerous or harmful; (now) spec. a short period in which travel, business, and human contact are…”
flat bed, n. and adj., sense A.1: “Mining and Geology. A bed or layer of rock forming a plane surface when split. Cf. flat-bedded adj. Obsolete.”
flat bed, n. and adj., sense B.1c: “In other contexts: (of an apparatus or mechanism) distinguished as having or forming a horizontal surface (esp. in contrast to a drum or roller)…”
Galla, n. and adj., sense A.1b: “The Cushitic language of the Galla.”
Galla, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Galla or their language.”
good-enough, adj., int., and adv., sense C: “Ugandan English. As a sentence adverb: fortunately, luckily.”
Gram, n.3, sense II.5: “The Gram stain.”
Hutu, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Hutu.”
ignorable, n. and adj., sense A.2: “Something which can be ignored.”
ignorant, adj. and n., sense A.6: “Caribbean. Angry, quick-tempered. Chiefly in to get on ignorant (also to get ignorant): to become angry.”
ignoring, n., sense 2: “Criminal Law. The rejection of a bill of indictment by a grand jury as unfounded or insufficiently supported by evidence. Also: dismissal of charges…”
introduction, n., Additions: “Ugandan English. An engagement ceremony where the families of the bride and groom formally meet; = kwanjula, n. Also as a modifier, esp. in…”
Jat, n.1 and adj., sense B: “That is a Jat (sense A.); of, relating to, or characteristic of this group.”
Kamba, n. and adj., sense A.1: “The Bantu language of the Kamba, a people inhabiting the Ukambani region of central Kenya.”
Kamba, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Kamba or their language.”
Kikuyu, n. and adj., sense A.2: “The Bantu language of the Kikuyu.”
Kikuyu, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, relating to, or belonging to the Kikuyu or their language.”
Kiswahili, n. and adj., sense B: “Of or relating to Kiswahili.”
lark, n.1, sense 3: “figurative. A person likened to a lark (sense 1); esp. a person who (habitually) gets up early and feels energetic early in the day. In later use…”
leopard-skin priest, n., sense 1: “An ancient Egyptian officiating priest who wore a distinctive robe made from leopard skin; = Sem, n.”
location, n., sense 9: “In Kenya: an administrative district forming a subdivision of a division (cf. division, n. 10b).”
lost, adj., Additions: “Ugandan English. Out of touch, not in contact. Often in you are lost (used as a greeting, or in response to a greeting): ‘it’s a long time since we…”
Luganda, n. and adj., sense B: “Of or relating to Luganda.”
lumberjack, n., sense 1: “A mechanical device used for lifting lumber. Cf. Jack, n.2 11. Obsolete.”
merry-go-round, n. and adj., sense A.3: “In Kenya: an informal cooperative savings scheme, typically run by and for women, in which each participant regularly contributes an amount, and the…”
midget, n. and adj., sense A.1a: “Originally English regional (south-western). A thing that is very small, or conspicuously smaller than is usual or expected, or in comparison to…”
midget, n. and adj., sense A.3c: “figurative. With preceding adjective. A person who is notably deficient in the specified quality, ability, etc. Cf. pygmy, n. 2b.”
midget, n. and adj., sense B.4: “North American (chiefly Canadian). Designating a level of amateur sport typically involving players aged 16 or 17.”
OK, adj., int.1, n.2, adv., sense B.1b: “Ugandan English. OK please: used to express assent, concession, or approval, esp. with regard to a previous statement, question, or request: ‘yes’…”
otherwise, n., adv., and adj., sense A.3: “Kenyan English. An option, choice, or alternative. Usually in to have no otherwise.”
pressed, adj.1, sense 3: “East African, South African, and West African. Feeling the need to urinate or defecate.”
run, v., sense 1: “intransitive. archaic and literary. my cup runneth over (and variants): used to indicate that one has even more of something than one would have…”
sample, v., Additions: “Kenyan English. sample this: (as a sentence adverbial) by way of illustration; as an instance, for example.”
sass, v., sense 2b: “to sass back. transitive. With direct speech or clause as object: to retort.”
sati, n., sense 2b: “In extended use: any similar custom or practice in which a person chooses to die or is killed after the death of a spouse. Also: (chiefly…”
sauce, n., sense II.3: “A liquid substance or preparation, esp. one used as a medicine or ointment. Obsolete.”
sauced, adj., sense 3: “slang (originally U.S.). Intoxicated, drunk. Also (and earliest) in sauced up. Cf. sauce, n. 6a.”
saucer, n. and adj., sense A.4: “Mechanics. A device, component, etc., resembling a saucer; spec. (a) Nautical a shallow socket for the spindle of a capstan (capstan, n. a); (b) †a…”
saucer, v., sense 3: “intransitive. Of eyes: to widen, esp. with awe, surprise, alarm, or other strong emotion.”
saucer, v., sense 4: “transitive. Ice Hockey. To hit (a pass) so that the puck travels through the air at a low trajectory, spinning in a manner likened to a flying…”
saucer bath, n., sense 1: “A shallow dish or saucer of water used as a bird bath.”
saucier, n., sense 2: “A type of saucepan designed for use in making sauces; (now) esp. a bowl-shaped, fairly shallow pan, typically with a relatively long handle. Also…”
saucing, n., sense 2: “Sauce.”
saucy, adj.1 and adv., sense A.III.10: “Esp. of clothes: bold and smart in style; stylish, chic.”
saucy, adj.1 and adv., sense A.III.11: “Australian. In Australian Aboriginal usage: dangerous; poisonous, venomous. Now rare.”
saucy, adj.1 and adv., sense A.III.12: “English regional. Of a road or path: slippery.”
share, n.2, sense I.1: “The action or practice of cutting, shearing, or shaving something; (also) the result of this. Obsolete.”
share, n.2, sense II.6b: “U.S. spec. A share in a property, esp. a holiday home, under a time-sharing scheme; = timeshare, n. 2b. Also: the house, apartment, etc., so shared…”
share, n.2, sense II.7: “An instance of posting or reposting something on a social media website or application.”
share, v.2, sense 7a: “transitive. To make (information, data, etc.) available to others.”
share, v.2, sense 7b: “transitive. To post or repost (a message, image, etc.) on a social media website or other online platform. Also intransitive.”
shareable, adj. and n., sense B: “A thing that may be shared, or is suitable for sharing; (now) spec. a serving of food that is or may be shared by two or more diners, esp. in a…”
share book, n., sense 1: “A book in which the ownership of shares is recorded; esp. (a) an official register of the shareholders of a company; (b) a book recording the shares…”
shared, adj.2, sense 2: “That has been shared with or made available to others; (now typically) that has been posted or reposted on a social media website or application.”
shared, adj.2, sense 3: “Designating a fictional setting in a book, film, video game, etc., that is used independently by multiple authors or creators, esp. in works that…”
share economy, n., sense 2: “An economic model in which goods and services are offered, exchanged, or shared between individuals, either free or for a fee, typically by means of…”
shareholding, n., sense 2: “The action or practice of owning shares.”
shareman, n., sense 1: “Scottish. A person who has a share of or part in something. Cf. sharesman, n. 1, skairsman, n. Obsolete.”
sharemilk, v., sense 2: “intransitive. To work as a sharemilker.”
sharer, n., sense 1b: “As the second element in compounds where the first element denotes what is shared.”
sharer, n., sense 3: “A person who is given to sharing or divulging personal information.”
sharg, adj. and n., sense A: “Weak, sickly, emaciated; (also) small, puny.”
sharing, n.2, sense 2b: “spec. The action of sharing or divulging details about one’s experiences, feelings, or past actions.”
shauri, n., sense 2: “An issue or problem. Now chiefly in phrase your (their,etc.) shauri : your (their, etc.) affair or concern.”
shenzi, n. and adj., sense B: “Barbarous, primitive, or uncivilized.”
sixpence, n., Additions: “on (also upon) a sixpence: in a very small space or short distance. Frequently (and earliest) in to turn on (also upon) a sixpence and variants: to…”
smoking, adj., Additions a: “colloquial (originally U.S.). Frequently in form smokin’. Originally Jazz. Very lively, energetic, or exciting; performing or performed at a very…”
smoking, adj., Additions b: “colloquial (originally U.S.). Frequently in form smokin’. Of a person: extremely good-looking, well-dressed, or sexually attractive; (more generally)…”
smoking hot, adj., sense 2: “That has just arrived or occurred; (of news or information) brand new; up-to-the-minute. Frequently with from. Cf. hot, adj. 10.”
smoking hot, adj., sense 3a: “colloquial. Frequently in form smokin’ hot. Originally Jazz. Very lively, energetic, or exciting; performing or performed at a very high level…”
smoking hot, adj., sense 3b: “colloquial. Frequently in form smokin’ hot. Extremely good-looking or sexually attractive; very sexy. Cf. hot, adj. 12i, smoking, adj. additions b.”
Somalian, adj. and n., sense B: “A native or inhabitant of Somalia. Cf. Somali, n. 1.”
soy, n.1, sense 3: “Originally: flour, meal, or protein derived from soybeans and used in various food products, often as a replacement for animal protein. Later also…”
sponge bag, n., sense 2: “Chiefly British. In plural. Men’s wool trousers of a type worn with formal attire (also spec. as part of the uniform worn by prefects at Eton…”
stage, n., Additions: “East African. A place designated for a bus, taxi, or other public vehicle to stop and let passengers on and off; a bus stop or taxi rank. Frequently…”
stand, n.1, sense II.17c: “U.S. A roadside establishment providing refreshments and accommodation for travellers. More fully tavern stand. Now historical.”
stand, n.1, sense III.26: “Scottish. A set of measures used for trading a particular commodity or type of merchandise, esp. as the standard in a particular burgh. Also stand…”
stand, n.1, sense IV.33: “A metal rod attached to a bicycle or motorcycle, used to keep it upright when not in use (see kick-stand n.).”
stand, n.1, sense V.37: “Chiefly Bee-keeping. A structure for housing a colony of bees; a bee hive.”
stand, v., sense I.5g: “transitive (in passive). Chiefly British colloquial. to be stood: (equivalent to the progressive, usually in senses 5a(a) 5d) to be continuously in a…”
stand, v., sense II.11a: “With to and infinitive. intransitive. To persevere in doing something, to continue to do something. Also with for to and infinitive. Obsolete.”
stand, v., sense II.15: “intransitive. colloquial and regional (chiefly U.S. and Caribbean). With adverb, adverbial phrase, or noun complement. To stay or remain in a…”
stand, v., sense V.29b(b): “intransitive. With at and noun phrase as complement. Of a hand on a clock, or the clock, etc.: to point to or indicate a given time; (of a dial…”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. Originally: †(of a group) to stand on all sides of someone or something (obsolete). Later: to remain standing in a place without any…”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To withdraw or step down from a position or office. Cf. to stand down 4a at phrasal verbs 1.”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. In extended and figurative use. To withdraw (from a situation, issue, etc.), esp. (in later use) to distance oneself emotionally in…”
stand, v., sense 1: “transitive. U.S. colloquial. To oppose (a person) by arguing a contrary point of view, esp. in an insistent or uncompromising manner; to overcome (a…”
stand, v., sense 1: “transitive. Originally: to withdraw or remove (a competitor) from a game, race, contest, competition, etc. Later also: to discharge (a worker)…”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To pay attention. Obsolete.”
stand, v., sense 1: “transitive. Now chiefly Nigerian English. To cause (someone or something) to be prominent, distinguished, or notable, especially due to their being…”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To go on strike; to continue to strike. Cf. standout, n. 1, to stick out 3b at stick, v.1 phrasal verbs 1. Obsolete.”
stand, v., sense 1: “intransitive. Originally: †(of a group) to stand on all sides of someone or something (obsolete). Later: to remain standing in a place without any…”
stand, v., sense 1: “transitive. U.S. colloquial. To fail to settle a debt or bill with (a person). Obsolete.”
stand, v., sense 2: “intransitive. To compete against (another candidate, esp. the incumbent) in a contested election. Cf. main senses 9c, 12.”
stand, v., sense 2: “intransitive. To sustain, support, or assist (someone or something).”
stand-alone, n. and adj., sense A.a: “Something that exists independently or in isolation from similar things. A person who stands in isolation or apart from others belonging to a…”
stand-alone, n. and adj., sense A.b: “Something that exists independently or in isolation from similar things. Any of various things that are free-standing or unconnected to another item…”
stand-alone, n. and adj., sense B.1: “Of a child: old enough to be able to stand unaided. rare.”
stand-alone, n. and adj., sense B.2: “Designating something that is free-standing or unconnected to another item, spec. a novel, film, etc., which does not have to be read, viewed, etc…”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense A.I.1e: “Used in the titles of newspapers and periodicals.”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense A.I.5: “slang. The penis. Obsolete.”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense A.III.17d: “In plural. Principles of acceptable conduct or behaviour, informed by ideas of morality, decency, etc. Often in high standards, low standards.”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense B.I.1e: “Esp. of the features of a commercial or technical product: as the ordinary or basic specification; not an extra feature or modification. Chiefly in…”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense B.I.1f: “Somewhat depreciative. Esp. of the arts, food, etc.: typical, conventional, commonplace; ordinary, average, unexceptional. Chiefly with modifying…”
standard, n., adj., and int., sense C: “British colloquial. Used to indicate that the preceding statement is exactly as expected: ‘of course’, ‘naturally’, ‘as usual’.”
standardism, n., sense 2: “The quality or state of being standard or maintaining standards.”
stand-away, n. and adj., sense A.1: “A divorce. Obsolete. rare.”
stand-away, n. and adj., sense B.1a: “Boxing slang. Of, relating to, or involving a fighting stance at a relatively great distance from one’s opponent, rather than at close quarters. Cf…”
stand development, n., sense 2: “Ecology. The changes that occur in a stand (stand, n.1 38) over time as individual plants grow and die at different rates.”
stand down, n., sense 1: “A person who withdraws from a game, match, or race. Cf. to stand down 4a at stand, v. phrasal verbs 1. Obsolete. rare.”
stand down, n., sense 2a: “A cessation of activity; spec. (chiefly Australian and New Zealand) a temporary or permanent discharge of workers. Also occasionally as a mass noun…”
standee, n., sense 3: “A self-standing display used for advertising purposes, esp. a life-size cut-out of a celebrity or character, typically made from cardboard or wood…”
stander, n., sense II.5: “A military or ceremonial flag of a particular kind. Cf. standard, n. 4a. Obsolete.”
stander, n., sense II.6: “slang. The penis. Cf. standard, n. 5. Obsolete. rare.”
stander, n., sense III.9: “U.S. Hunting. A hunter who stands at a particular place to wait for the game to be driven within shooting range.”
standing, n.1, sense 10: “coarse slang. An erection of the penis. Cf. stand, n.1 5. Obsolete.”
standing, adj. and n.2, sense B: “With the and plural agreement: those who stand (in various senses), considered collectively.”
standing order, n., sense 1b: “In general: any command or rule that remains in effect indefinitely.”
standing place, n., sense 1: “A plot of fallow land. Obsolete. rare.”
standing room, n., sense 2: “Canadian regional (Newfoundland). Any of several compartments between the thwarts of an undecked fishing boat to stand in while fishing. Now…”
standover, n., sense 3: “Cycling. The height of the top tube of the cycle frame above the ground when upright. Also more fully standover height.”
stand-up, n. and adj., sense A.1a: “Scottish. Probably: a vertical post or part of a structure. Obsolete. rare.”
stand-up, n. and adj., sense B.4a: “Esp. of furniture: designed to be used by a person standing upright. Frequently in stand-up desk (cf. standing desk n.).”
stanty, n.: “A tray, table, or stand for writing materials; = standish, n. 1.”
stress, n., sense III.13: “Music. Emphasis put on a particular note, phrase, sound, etc., typically by playing or singing more loudly or with more attack (attack, n. 10).”
stress, v., sense I.4b: “intransitive. Chiefly colloquial. To be or become stressed or anxious; to worry intensely. Cf. to stress out 1 at phrasal verbs .”
stress, v., sense IV.10b: “intransitive. To place particular emphasis on a point, statement, or idea made in speech or writing.”
stress, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To be or become stressed or anxious; to worry intensely. Cf. earlier stressed out adj. at stressed, adj. n.compounds .”
stress, v., sense 2: “transitive. To cause (a person) stress or anxiety. Cf. stressed out adj. at stressed, adj. n.compounds .”
stressability, n., sense 1: “The capacity to withstand stress (in various senses), esp. mechanical stress.”
stressing, n., sense 2: “The action or fact of becoming stressed or anxious. Also with out (cf. to stress out at stress, v. phrasal verbs ).”
stressless, adj., sense 2: “Of an activity, situation, etc.: not causing or characterized by emotional or physiological stress; relaxing, stress-free. Also occasionally of a…”
stress relief, n., sense 2: “Alleviation of emotional or physiological stress; easing of tension or anxiety. Also as a modifier, as in stress relief strategy, stress relief…”
stress-relieving, adj., sense 2: “That alleviates, or is intended to alleviate, emotional or physiological stress; relaxing, calming.”
stress test, n., sense 3b: “spec. A test designed to determine whether a bank or other financial institution is likely to fail or have serious problems given difficult economic…”
Sudani, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to Sudan or its inhabitants; = Sudanese, adj.”
Tanganyikan, adj. and n., sense A.2: “Of, belonging to, or relating to Lake Tanganyika in East Africa.”
tarmac, v., Additions: “intransitive. East African. To walk the streets looking for work; to seek employment, to job hunt.”
tearoom, n., sense 3: “South African. A small, local shop selling newspapers, cigarettes, confectionery, groceries, etc.; a convenience store. Cf. café, n. additions .”
tickey, n., sense 2: “A nickname for: a very small or short person.”
transvestism, n., sense 2: “figurative and in extended use: the fact or practice of changing one’s appearance, behaviour, etc., in a manner thought reminiscent of…”
Turkana, n. and adj., sense A.2: “The Nilotic language of the Turkana.”
Turkana, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Turkana or their language.”
turn, n., sense I.6: “Scottish. A matter requiring to be dealt with or resolved; a piece of business. Also: (in plural) a person’s affairs. Obsolete.”
turn, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To turn this way and that; to move oneself about.”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive. Horse Riding. To remove (a horse) temporarily from being ridden or raced.”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive. figurative. to be turned in on oneself: to have one’s attention or interests directed to oneself or one’s inner life and away from…”
turn, v., sense 1: “intransitive. To stop operating; to switch itself off, to be turned off.”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive. Genetics. To block the operation of (a genetic element); to suppress (the expression of a gene). Cf. to turn on 4 at phrasal verbs 1.”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive. Genetics. To activate (the expression of a gene). Cf. to turn off 11 at phrasal verbs 1.”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive (originally Criminals’ slang). To report or betray (a person, esp. an associate or accomplice) to the police or other authorities. Also…”
turn, v., sense 1: “intransitive. Originally and chiefly British and Irish English. To change the channel on a radio or television set; to change to a different channel…”
turn, v., sense 1: “intransitive. colloquial (chiefly British). To adopt a confrontational, combative, or difficult attitude, typically suddenly or unexpectedly…”
turn, v., sense 1: “transitive. Of a person: to discover, locate (something sought for); (of an event, an investigative procedure, etc.) to uncover, reveal (something of…”
Tutsi, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Tutsi.”
Uganda, n.: “a Ugandan of South Asian origin or descent; = Ugandan Asian n. at Ugandan, adj. n.compounds .”
ujamaa, n., sense 2: “A settlement consisting of collective farms, established in Tanzania as part of the ujamaa socialist policy. Cf. earlier ujamaa village n. at…”
Wachagga, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Wachagga.”
wash, v., Additions: “Finance (chiefly British). to wash its face: (of an organization, enterprise, asset, etc.) to reach a point when profits are equal to costs, or there…”
Watusi, n. and adj., sense B: “Of, belonging to, or relating to the Watusi.”
well-done, adj., n., and int., sense C.3: “In parts of Africa, esp. Nigeria and Uganda: used as a friendly greeting or salutation, esp. when encountering a person at work or in a state of…”
which, adj. and pron., sense A.III.5: “Chiefly in conditional, hypothetical, or interrogative expressions: any, some. Obsolete.”
which, adj. and pron., sense B.II.8c: “colloquial. Used to introduce a comment, exclamation, etc., in response or reaction to a preceding statement: ‘to which I say’, ‘which made me think…”
yes, adv., n., and int., Phrases 7: “Ugandan English. yes please: used to express affirmation or agreement; ‘that’s right’, ‘exactly’.”

Additions to unrevised entries

assign, v., Additions: “transitive. To attribute (a particular sex or gender) to a person or to classify (a person) as being a particular sex or gender, esp. on the basis of…”
asymptomatic, adj., Additions: “An individual who exhibits no symptoms or clinical signs (of a particular disease or condition). Also (with the and plural agreement): asymptomatic…”
biting, n., Additions: “Kenyan English. A bite-sized piece of food; a small snack, appetizer, or canapé. Cf. bite, n. 7c.”
bounce, v., Additions: “Ugandan English. intransitive. To be turned away or made to leave. Cf. sense 8b.”
bounce, v., Additions: “Ugandan English. intransitive. To fail to find someone at their home, office, etc., or at a rendezvous.”
bunker fuel in bunker, n.1: “any type of fuel (originally coal, later heavy fuel oil) used to power the engines of ships; spec. (in full bunker fuel oil) the lowest grade of…”
cowardize, v., Additions: “intransitive. Ugandan English. To act like a coward; to lose one’s nerve or resolve, to ‘chicken out’.”
DM in D, n.: “(in plural, as DMs) Dr. Martens boots or shoes; see Dr. Martens, n.”
danger sign in danger, n. and adj.: “a sign indicating a potential danger or hazard, esp. any of a category of public signage with vividly coloured pictograms depicting the nature of the…”
department, n., Additions: “A specified quality or aspect, typically with reference to the extent to which a person is thought to possess or exhibit it. Usually as in the ——…”
on a dime in dime, n.: “North American. on (also upon) a dime: in a very small space or short distance; (figurative) quickly, suddenly, or unexpectedly. Frequently in to…”
dimmer switch in dimmer, n.: “a device that varies the brightness of an electric light; spec. (a) a dial, switch, or control panel (typically wall-mounted) that allows the gradual…”
disproportionate dwarfism in disproportionate, adj.: “dwarfism in which the shortening of the affected individual’s limbs is different in degree to that of the trunk.”
domesticate, v., Additions: “transitive. To translate (a text) in such a way that its foreign character is not retained or apparent; to remove the foreign character of (a…”
drying oil in drying, adj.: “an oil that solidifies in the air to form a hard film, typically used in oil paints and varnishes.”
extend, v., Additions: “intransitive. Ugandan English. To move from one’s seat, position, place in a queue, etc., so as to make room for someone else. Usually in imperative…”
heat stress in heat, n.: “the physical stress undergone by an object, or the physiological stress experienced by an organism, as a result of high ambient temperature; (also)…”
hypersexual in hyper-, prefix: “characterized by or exhibiting an unusually high level of sexual desire or activity; focused on or preoccupied with sex to an extreme or excessive…”
introduction, n., Additions: “Ugandan English. An engagement ceremony where the families of the bride and groom formally meet; = kwanjula, n. Also as a modifier, esp. in…”
lost, adj., Additions: “Ugandan English. Out of touch, not in contact. Often in you are lost (used as a greeting, or in response to a greeting): ‘it’s a long time since we…”
sample this in sample, v.: “Kenyan English. sample this: (as a sentence adverbial) by way of illustration; as an instance, for example.”
short loin in short, adj., n., and adv.: “a cut of beef from the hindquarters of a steer or heifer, behind the ribs, including the top loin and the tenderloin, usually cut into steaks.”
single-serve in single, adj.: “(a) adj. containing a portion or serving of a packaged food or drink product suitable for one person; designating a product sold in such a portion…”
on a sixpence in sixpence, n.: “on (also upon) a sixpence: in a very small space or short distance. Frequently (and earliest) in to turn on (also upon) a sixpence and variants: to…”
smoking, adj., Additions: “colloquial (originally U.S.). Frequently in form smokin’. Originally Jazz. Very lively, energetic, or exciting; performing or performed at a very…”
smoking, adj., Additions: “colloquial (originally U.S.). Frequently in form smokin’. Of a person: extremely good-looking, well-dressed, or sexually attractive; (more generally)…”
sofa set in sofa, n.: “a set of furniture consisting of a sofa and matching chairs, esp. a three-piece suite of two armchairs and a sofa.”
stage, n., Additions: “East African. A place designated for a bus, taxi, or other public vehicle to stop and let passengers on and off; a bus stop or taxi rank. Frequently…”
tall relative in tall, adj. and adv.: “a relative, friend, or acquaintance with money or power who advances the interests of another person; an influential patron or sponsor.”
tarmac, v., Additions: “intransitive. East African. To walk the streets looking for work; to seek employment, to job hunt.”
tarmacking in tarmac, v.: “the action or process of walking the streets looking for work; job hunting.”
vector graphics in vector, n.: “digital graphics created using mathematically defined elements (start and end points, angles, etc.) which can be scaled without any loss in image…”
to wash its face in wash, v.: “Finance (chiefly British). to wash its face: (of an organization, enterprise, asset, etc.) to reach a point when profits are equal to costs, or there…”