An Interest In:
Web News this Week
- April 14, 2024
- April 13, 2024
- April 12, 2024
- April 11, 2024
- April 10, 2024
- April 9, 2024
- April 8, 2024
January 26, 2014 07:03 pm GMT
Original Link: http://feeds.mashable.com/~r/Mashable/~3/7HRhCMY8fMc/
10 Facebook-Coined Terms That Changed the English Language
With Facebook's 10th anniversary approaching, you'll likely hear a lot about how the social network has changed the way we live. However, one aspect that many will overlook is its lasting effect on English vocabulary.
There's no doubt that plenty of social networks have introduced words and phrases into the vernacular, and none more so than the 1.19 billion-strong Facebook, whose various slang terms have crossed digital borders and found their way into every day life. We're still not sure whether to thank them or hate them forever for it.
More about Facebook, Social Media, Features, Definition, and Internet SlangOriginal Link: http://feeds.mashable.com/~r/Mashable/~3/7HRhCMY8fMc/
Share this article:
Tweet
View Full Article
Mashable
Mashable is the top source for news in social and digital media, technology and web culture.More About this Source Visit Mashable