Definition: Newly coined or recently introduced words, phrases, or expressions that have gained popularity and become part of the language.
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Noun - Popular New Words:
1. Selfie - a self-portrait photograph taken with a smartphone.
2. Tweet - a message or post shared on the social media platform Twitter.
3. Vlog - a blog in the form of a video.
4. Flexitarian - a person who primarily follows a plant-based diet but occasionally eats meat or fish.
5. FOMO - Fear of Missing Out, the anxiety or unease experienced when missing out on social events or experiences.
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Noun - Local New Words:
1. Hella - a slang term used in Northern California to mean "very" or "a lot".
2. Junks - a term used in Hong Kong to refer to traditional Chinese sailing ships.
3. Muggy - a word commonly used in British English to describe hot and humid weather.
4. Makan - a Malay term used in Singapore meaning "to eat".
5. Dagga - a South African term for cannabis.
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Verb - Popular New Words:
1. Google - to search for information using the Google search engine.
2. Instagram - to post a photo or video on the social media platform Instagram.
3. Netflix-and-chill - to watch Netflix and relax or engage in casual sexual activity.
4. Facepalm - to slap one's forehead with the hand as a gesture of frustration or disbelief.
5. Photobomb - to intentionally or unintentionally intrude into the background of a photo.
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Verb - Local New Words:
1. Chai - to prepare or make tea, especially in Indian or South Asian contexts.
2. Lepak - to hang out or relax in a leisurely manner, commonly used in Singapore and Malaysia.
3. Chop - to reserve or mark a seat or place using personal belongings, widely practiced in some Asian countries.
4. Kabe-don - to slam one's hand against a wall, trapping someone, usually done in romantic or flirtatious scenarios in Japan.
5. Umjolo - a South African term meaning "dating" or "romantic relationships".