Twerk It!: Oxford Dictionary Words Inspired by Pop Culture

Selfie, bromance, crunk and others were recent additions.

Like Father, Like Son - In 2006, Lil Wayne released the collaboration album Like Father, Like Son with Bryan "Baby" Williams, CEO of Cash Money Records. Throughout his career, Birdman has stayed right by Wayne's side. Baby refers to Wayne as his son. (Photo by Arnold Turner/WireImage)
Bromance   - noun: a close but non-sexual relationship between two men. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)
/content/dam/betcom/images/2013/04/Fashion-Beauty-04-16-04-30/041913-fashion-and-beauty-lil-jon-dj.jpgFirst world problems - noun: a relatively trivial or minor problem or frustration (implying a contrast with serious problems such as those that may be experienced in the developing world). (Photo: Talib Kweli via Twitter)

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Bling - Throughout the year, Oxford adds new words to its dictionary. In the past few years, many of the entries have come from social media, hip hop and popular culture. Take a look at 16 buzzworthy words that you’ve probably already added to your vocabulary. – Natelege Whaley  noun: expensive, ostentatious clothing and jewelry. (Photo: Arnold Turner/WireImage/Getty Images)

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