Dozens of Māori and New Zealand words added to Oxford English Dictionary – BBC News
BBC, 15 Mar 2023
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has added dozens of words commonly used in New Zealand by the country's Māori people.
The OED now includes 'kia ora e hoa' - or 'hi mate'; 'koha' meaning gift; 'whenua' or land and 'rangatiratanga' signifying the right to self-determination.
Other non-Māori words have also been added, including ‘after-ball’ - a party following a formal event - and ‘chur’, used conversationally to express good wishes.
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The OED now includes 'kia ora e hoa' - or 'hi mate'; 'koha' meaning gift; 'whenua' or land and 'rangatiratanga' signifying the right to self-determination.
Other non-Māori words have also been added, including ‘after-ball’ - a party following a formal event - and ‘chur’, used conversationally to express good wishes.
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#Māori #NewZealand #BBCNews
