The Oxford Dictionary has just released its latest quarterly update, and I couldn’t be more excited. I’ll admit, it’s sometimes a struggle for me to keep it together and act my age—especially when it comes to slang. With so many fantastic new words added, I thought I’d share them with fellow parents who might be hesitant to embrace these gems for fear of sounding juvenile.
You are not being childish! The Oxford Dictionary is giving you the green light to have some fun with language. So, let’s dive into some of the highlights from this update:
- Hangry
Feeling irritable or cranky due to hunger: I’m hangry because my little ones always swipe food from my plate. - Rage Quit
To angrily abandon an activity due to frustration: My toddler just rage-quit his block set because that star is just too tricky! - Weak Sauce
Referring to something that falls below expectations: I can barely push that weak sauce umbrella stroller. - NBD
An abbreviation for “no big deal”: My husband devoured my last ice cream bar and acted like it was NBD. Seriously. - Butthurt
Being overly offended or resentful: There’s always that one mom on Facebook who gets butthurt over nothing. - MacGyver
To improvise or fix something using whatever is on hand: I MacGyvered an old iPhone with duct tape and string to stop my kid from posting Nick Jr. videos from my phone. - Brain Fart
A temporary lapse in thinking: I’m having a brain fart today after my teething baby kept me up all night. - Wine O’clock
The perfect time to pour yourself a glass of wine: The kids are finally asleep. It’s wine o’clock! - Mic Drop
Used to signify the end of a discussion after a strong point: My toddler fell asleep in the car, and I managed to get him into bed without waking him. Mic drop! - Rando
A stranger, often perceived as odd or inappropriate: I get annoyed when I see a rando without kids at the toddler park. - Bitch Face
A scowling expression that’s often a natural look: When someone asks me if my husband is “babysitting” while I’m out, I can’t help but give epic bitch face.
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In summary, don’t shy away from using these new words in your everyday conversations! They can add some fun and freshness to your parenting journey.