The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), Definition, History, & Facts
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Last updated 07 Jul 2024
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The Oxford English Dictionary, definitive historical dictionary of the English language, originally consisting of 12 volumes and a 1-volume supplement. The dictionary is a corrected and updated revision of A New English Dictionary on Historical Principles (NED), which was published in 10 volumes
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OED “Transgender” Update Update – The Life of Words
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OMG! Oxford English Dictionary Adds LOL to Its Pages
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History of the OED
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A Dictionary of the English Language - Wikiwand
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The Story Behind the Creation of the Oxford English Dictionary - Bauman Rare Books
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How the Oxford English Dictionary Went from Murderer's Pet Project to Internet Lexicon - Atlas Obscura
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First Publication of the Oxford English Dictionary
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The OED (@OED) / X
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Spotlight On: Oxford English Dictionary
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