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Making your own dictionary, with Erin McKean
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The Evolving Dictionary of the Digital Era
This chapter examines the innovative platform WordNIC and its approach to redefining dictionaries by including diverse, user-contributed words. It highlights the collaborative nature of language in the digital age, discussing how community input shapes the dictionary's content and functionality. Additionally, the chapter explores the transition of WordNIC from a startup to a nonprofit, emphasizing its impact on contemporary language usage and the technical challenges involved.
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