We share with mid-day readers a list of 11 words that were added to the Oxford English Dictionary’s (OED) June edition
> Arre (interjection): Used to express a range of emotions and commands, esp. annoyance, surprise, or interest, or to attract someone’s attention. [First recorded in 1845]
> Batchmate (noun): A member of the same graduation class as another; a classmate. Also used in Philippine English. [1918]
> Bhelpuri (noun): In Indian cookery: a dish or snack typically consisting of puffed rice, onions, potatoes, and spicy and sweet chutneys, sometimes served on a puri. [1950]
> Carcade (noun): A procession, parade, or convoy of cars, typically one escorting a prominent person. [1964]
> Churidar (noun): Tight trousers made with excess material at the bottom of the legs which falls in folds around the ankles, traditionally worn by people from South Asia. [1880]
> Dhaba (noun): In India or in Indian contexts: a roadside food stall or restaurant. [1957]
> Incharge (noun): A manager, a supervisor. [1956]
> Multi-starrer (noun): A film having an ensemble cast featuring many star performers. [1976]
> Revert (verb): To answer in speech or writing; to reply. [1973]
> Topper (noun): The leading student in a particular class, school, exam, etc.; a high-achieving student. Frequently with preceding word. [1971]
> Yaar (noun): As a familiar form of address: friend, mate. [1963]
A few more that we bet you didn't know were in the OED:
> Biodata (noun): Biographical details, esp. summarising a person’s educational and employment history, academic career, etc. Used chiefly in North America and South Asia. [1947]
> Videshi (adjective): In India: foreign; coming from a country other than India. [1980]
> Videshi (adjective): In India: foreign; coming from a country other than India. [1980]
> Papad (noun): poppadom [1813]
Source | Mid Day | 3 August 2015
