There was a time when Urban Dictionary felt essential. Twenty-six years ago, when then-college freshman Aaron Peckham founded ...

When you're scrolling through social media or sending a text message, there's an entire dictionary of slang and shorthand terms to use. And every day, it seems like more examples pop up. Maybe you've ...

Vacay is one of many modern entries that are simply shortened versions of actual words. According to Merriam-Webster, the truncated form of vacation was first used in 1991. Does this word-shortening ...

Whether you're texting, DM'ing or using social media, there is a whole library of abbreviations and slang at your fingertips. These internet terms help shorten conversation. While they may be quick ...

When they make movies about the 2010s, which words will make notable appearances? Which will be made fun of, which will sound retro and cool, and which will be completely unnoticeable, because they've ...

English is an ever-evolving language. As words make their way into the mainstream and pop culture, some are even recognized by popular dictionaries. Surprised? Don’t be. Slang in the dictionary is ...