Twenty-two make it in
Twenty-two Manx words, compounds, and phrases have been added to the next Oxford English Dictionary update.
They include the likes of 'yessir', 'skeet', 'gobbag', 'loaghtan', and 'traa dy liooar'.
Kelvin Corlett is a Manxman and senior assistant editor at the OED.
He says it's great how you can see the Island's linguistic heritage in the entries:
Isle of Man records lowest March rainfall since 1953
Into the top 20 driest months on record
Fire service warns of the dangers of wildfires
Disposable barbecues, cigarettes and glass bottles are common culprits
Post Office to halt non-postal services at Governor’s Hill store
Current sub-Post Office counter will close on 23 April 2025
Lord Street scheme WILL still go ahead
Co-developer plans to resubmit planning application
