# Dictionary on The No Agenda Show Dictionary comes up in 53 chapters across 50 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2010 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 53 - **Episodes:** 50 - **Discussed:** October 2010 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [Merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [Racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Internet Culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-culture.md), [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 53 ### Morning Joe, MMR Vaccine Safety Debate - **Episode:** [1894: Fever Concerns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-13 - **Time:** 27:49–33:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns/chapter/morning-joe-mmr-vaccine-safety-debate.md Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski on MSNBC's Morning Joe label Trump's vaccine schedule changes as "dangerous and false." The hosts mock Scarborough's claim of having "studied" the medical evidence and suggest the network's stance is driven by Pfizer's advertising revenue. Additionally, they note that "Fauci" has entered the Urban Dictionary as a verb meaning to plead the fifth or avoid self-incrimination. Keywords: [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [mika brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mika-brzezinski.md), [joe scarborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-scarborough.md), [mmr vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mmr-vaccine.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md) ### Word of the Year, Homeschooling Commentary - **Episode:** [1812: Champagne Socialist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-30 - **Time:** 2:44:47–2:47:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist/chapter/word-of-the-year-homeschooling-commentary.md Dictionary.com revealed "67" as its word of the year, a choice criticized as "lame." A listener's note on homeschooling argues that children educated at home are less susceptible to such social media-driven trends and are better prepared for practical life tasks. Keywords: [dictionary.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary-com.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), 67, [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md) ### Oxford Dictionary Updates and UK WhatsApp Arrests - **Episode:** [1751: Talking Toilet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1751-talking-toilet.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-30 - **Time:** 2:53:04–2:57:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1751-talking-toilet/chapter/oxford-dictionary-updates-and-uk-whatsapp-arrests.md The Oxford English Dictionary has added several new words, including "Cubano," "real talk," and the British slang "faffy." Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, a couple was arrested by six police officers for comments made in a private WhatsApp group regarding their daughter's school. The incident has raised significant concerns about the state of free speech and the policing of "malicious communications" in Britain. Keywords: [oxford english dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-english-dictionary.md), cubano, faffy, [whatsapp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whatsapp.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md) ### Oxford Word of the Year 2024: Brain Rot - **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-05 - **Time:** 1:19:08–1:23:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/oxford-word-of-the-year-2024-brain-rot.md Oxford University Press named "brain rot" as the 2024 Word of the Year, defining it as the deterioration of a person's mental state due to the overconsumption of trivial online content. The term has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok and BlueSky to describe the feeling of cognitive decline from endless scrolling. This linguistic shift reflects a growing awareness of the negative impacts of digital hyper-connectivity. Keywords: [brain rot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-rot.md), [oxford dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-dictionary.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [internet culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-culture.md) ### Merriam-Webster Word of the Year and "Authentic" - **Episode:** [1612: Global Donut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-06 - **Time:** 2:13:11–2:15:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut/chapter/merriam-webster-word-of-the-year-and-authentic.md Merriam-Webster names "authentic" as the word of the year for 2023, citing high search volume. The hosts express skepticism about the dictionary's data and suggest that "indict" would have been a more culturally relevant choice given the year's news events. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [word of the year](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/word-of-the-year.md), authentic, [deepfake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfake.md), indict, [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md) ### Dictionary Changes, Decimate vs. Devastate and Merriam-Webster - **Episode:** [1580: Coup Map](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-10 - **Time:** 1:11:57–1:14:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map/chapter/dictionary-changes-decimate-vs-devastate-and-merriam-webster.md Modern dictionaries, including Merriam-Webster and the Oxford English Dictionary, have updated the definition of "decimate" to include widespread destruction. Historically, the term referred specifically to the removal of one-tenth of a group. Linguists note that the word is now commonly accepted as a synonym for "devastate," reflecting changes in popular usage over time. Keywords: [decimate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decimate.md), [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [oxford english dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-english-dictionary.md), [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md) ### Language Scrutiny, Merriam-Webster Critique, COVID-19 Refuge - **Episode:** [1535: Podspeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-05 - **Time:** 2:24:00–2:28:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding/chapter/language-scrutiny-merriam-webster-critique-covid-19-refuge.md Donors express appreciation for the show's scrutiny of loaded language and its critique of Merriam-Webster. Other listeners describe the podcast as a "refuge" of sanity that they discovered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), [language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/language.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [long island](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/long-island.md) ### Merriam-Webster Definition Changes, Vaccine Side Effects - **Episode:** [1346: Maxinated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-14 - **Time:** 42:34–45:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated/chapter/merriam-webster-definition-changes-vaccine-side-effects.md The Merriam-Webster dictionary has updated its definition of "anti-vaxxer" to include those who oppose vaccine mandates. Additionally, the hosts discuss reports of unusual side effects, including a listener's anecdote and a Sky News report linking COVID-19 to erectile dysfunction. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [anti-vaxxer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-vaxxer.md), [erectile dysfunction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erectile-dysfunction.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md) ### Dictionary.com Changes "Slave" to "Enslaved" - **Episode:** [1330: Cattle-lyst Converter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-20 - **Time:** 1:17:46–1:20:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter/chapter/dictionary-com-changes-slave-to-enslaved.md Dictionary.com has announced it will replace the noun "slave" with "enslaved person" to avoid dehumanizing language. The hosts mock this linguistic shift, questioning if historical media like the book and miniseries "Roots" will be censored next. They joke about the absurdity of using "enslaved" as a derogatory command in a "PC" environment. Keywords: [dictionary.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary-com.md), slave, enslaved, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [roots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roots.md) ### Vaccine Line Etiquette, Giving Up Spots to Lib Joes - **Episode:** [1308: Swiss Cheese Model](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1308-swiss-cheese-model.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-10 - **Time:** 46:48–49:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1308-swiss-cheese-model/chapter/vaccine-line-etiquette-giving-up-spots-to-lib-joes.md A satirical strategy is proposed for those refusing the vaccine: telling people they are "giving up their spot" for a friend or neighbor who needs it more. This is framed as a way to handle social pressure while avoiding the shot. Keywords: [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [informed consent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/informed-consent.md), [dictionary.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary-com.md), [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md) ### Merriam-Webster, Irregardless Definition, Dictionary Copyrights - **Episode:** [1290: Hairy Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-31 - **Time:** 1:03:25–1:06:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs/chapter/merriam-webster-irregardless-definition-dictionary-copyrights.md The evolution of the word "irregardless" in modern dictionaries is discussed following a clip of Megyn Kelly using the term. While Merriam-Webster now recognizes it as a word due to 200 years of usage, the Oxford English Dictionary still advises against its use by "careful users." The segment also touches on the fact that dictionaries are copyrighted works, requiring each publisher to write unique definitions. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), irregardless, [oxford english dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-english-dictionary.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), copyrights ### Dictionary Copyright, Oxford English Dictionary, Definition Recursion - **Episode:** [1251: Viewpoint Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-18 - **Time:** 6:10–10:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination/chapter/dictionary-copyright-oxford-english-dictionary-definition-recursion.md The new Merriam-Webster definition of racism is criticized for being recursive by using the word racism within its own definition. Dictionaries are copyrighted works that require specific documentation and proof for every entry, making the Oxford English Dictionary the primary authority for linguistic standards. Keywords: [oxford english dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-english-dictionary.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [recursion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recursion.md), [logic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logic.md), lexicography ### Merriam-Webster Revises Definition of Racism - **Episode:** [1250: Noodle Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1250-noodle-nation.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-14 - **Time:** 29:57–33:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1250-noodle-nation/chapter/merriam-webster-revises-definition-of-racism.md Merriam-Webster agreed to revise its dictionary definition of racism after receiving an email from Kennedy Meacham, a recent college graduate from Missouri. Meacham argued that the existing definition was inadequate because it did not explicitly include the concept of systemic oppression. The editor of the dictionary confirmed that a draft for a more comprehensive entry is currently being developed to reflect institutional factors. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), kennedy meacham, [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), systemic oppression ### Merriam-Webster Dictionary, New Word Definitions - **Episode:** [1132: False meme-ification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1132-false-meme-ification.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-26 - **Time:** 2:06:13–2:10:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1132-false-meme-ification/chapter/merriam-webster-dictionary-new-word-definitions.md Merriam-Webster has added several new words and updated definitions for existing terms, including "snowflake," "gig economy," and "vulture capitalism." The hosts debate the novelty of these terms, noting that many have been in common usage for years. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), [snowflake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snowflake.md), [gig economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gig-economy.md), [screen time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-time.md) ### Ghostwriting, Dictionary Copyrights and Glossary Licenses - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 2:02:05–2:06:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/ghostwriting-dictionary-copyrights-and-glossary-licenses.md A discussion on the mechanics of the publishing industry suggests that high-profile authors often use ghostwriters who may inadvertently plagiarize material. An interesting legal detail is revealed: dictionaries are copyrighted, meaning new word definitions must be rewritten to avoid infringement. The segment explains that minor plagiarism claims are often settled quietly through small licensing fees paid by agents or publishers. Keywords: [ghostwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghostwriting.md), [copyright law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright-law.md), dictionaries, [oxford english dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-english-dictionary.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md) ### Roger Stone Parody, Baby Hitler, Show Outro - **Episode:** [1107: Carbon Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-27 - **Time:** 2:40:28–2:46:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget/chapter/roger-stone-parody-baby-hitler-show-outro.md The show concludes with a musical parody about Roger Stone's arrest and a series of clips featuring Nancy Pelosi and Donald Trump. A bizarre recurring theme regarding "Baby Hitler" and whether pro-life individuals would kill him is featured in the closing mix. The hosts sign off with their traditional "adios mofos" as the "war on alternative media" clip plays. Keywords: [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md), baby hitler, [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md), [dog walking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dog-walking.md) ### Friendsgiving Trends, Urban Dictionary Definitions - **Episode:** [1088: Three Chambers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-25 - **Time:** 13:27–14:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers/chapter/friendsgiving-trends-urban-dictionary-definitions.md Friendsgiving has emerged as a modern alternative to traditional family-centric Thanksgiving celebrations, often used by those who prefer spending the holiday with peers. A search of the Urban Dictionary reveals several crude and prank-based definitions for the term involving turkey gravy. The hosts debate whether the trend is a genuine social shift or a product of internet subcultures. Keywords: [friendsgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/friendsgiving.md), [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md), [social trends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-trends.md), [family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md), [traditions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/traditions.md), [internet culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-culture.md) ### Merriam-Webster Dictionary Redefines Nationalism and Jingoism - **Episode:** [1087: Hippie Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-18 - **Time:** 4:07–7:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus/chapter/merriam-webster-dictionary-redefines-nationalism-and-jingoism.md Merriam-Webster and other online dictionaries have updated the definition of nationalism to emphasize "excessive favoritism" and associations with Nazism. The hosts argue that these linguistic shifts are politically motivated responses to leaders like Donald Trump, Emmanuel Macron, and Justin Trudeau. The term jingoism is discussed as a more historically accurate but less frequently used alternative for extreme patriotism. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nationalism.md), [nazism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazism.md), jingoism, [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md) ### Etymology of Nationalism, Historical Context and Dictionaries - **Episode:** [1086: Shark Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1086-shark-hole.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-18 - **Time:** 35:06–41:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1086-shark-hole/chapter/etymology-of-nationalism-historical-context-and-dictionaries.md A debate has emerged regarding the linguistic hijacking of the word "nationalism," which historically shared a definition with "patriotism." While modern political discourse links nationalism to the rise of Nazi Germany in the 1920s and 30s, historical figures like Charles de Gaulle were considered nationalists without the same negative connotations. Critics argue the term is being weaponized by the media to imply white supremacy when used by Donald Trump. Keywords: [nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nationalism.md), [patriotism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriotism.md), [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [charles de gaulle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-de-gaulle.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md) ### Christine Blasey Ford Testimony, Polygraphs, Boofing Definitions - **Episode:** [1073: Boof a Lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-01 - **Time:** 8:05–12:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon/chapter/christine-blasey-ford-testimony-polygraphs-boofing-definitions.md Analysis of Christine Blasey Ford's testimony focuses on her use of "vocal fry" and the validity of her polygraph test, which some suggest was easily defeatable. 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