When and who decides when a new word is officially added to our venacular, i.e. the dictionary?
One way is by solicitation by some of the major dictionaries of English. For example, Oxford English Dictionary asks for readers to send in new entries. Then the Lexicographers at Oxford University Press will try to determine if there is a need to add this word into the English language. If indeed many people seem to be using the word, then it will probably be added into the dictionary. Here is a message from them: Appeal for readers Your language needs you! John Simpson, Chief Editor of the Oxford English Dictionary: I would like to invite readers to contribute to the development of the Dictionary by adding to our record of English throughout the world. Everyone can play a part in recording the history of the language and helping to enhance the Oxford English Dictionary.One hundred and twenty years ago, James Murray, original editor of the OED, launched an Appeal to the English-Speaking and English-Reading Public of Great Britain, America and the British Colonies for words for the Dic
