Oxford English Dictionary wants to create a snapshot of how Australians speak

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The Oxford English Dictionary is calling on Australians to share their "Australianisms," otherwise known as a term or slang unique to the Australian lexicon.The famous dictionary is turning 90 years old this year and says it wants to create a snapshot of how Australians speak.



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