Words of Korean origin added to the Oxford dictionary in September 2021

1. Words of Korean origin added to
the OED in the September 2021
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2. aegyo, n. and adj.
1. n.
Cuteness or charm, esp. of a sort considered characteristic of
Korean popular culture. Also: behaviour regarded as cute,
charming, or adorable.
2. adj.
Characterized by ‘aegyo’, cute, charming, adorable.
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3. banchan, n.
In Korean cookery: a small side dish of vegetables, etc.,
served along with rice as part of a typical Korean meal.
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4. bulgogi, n.
In Korean cookery: a dish of thin slices of beef or pork which
are marinated then grilled or stir-fried.
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5. chimaek, n.
In South Korea and Korean-style restaurants: fried chicken
served with beer.
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6. daebak, n., int., and adj.
1. n.
Something lucrative or desirable, esp. when acquired or
found by chance; a windfall, a jackpot.
2. int.
Expressing enthusiastic approval: ‘fantastic!’, ‘amazing!’
3. adj.
As a general term of approval: excellent, fantastic, great.
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7. dongchimi, n.
In Korean cuisine: a type of kimchi made with radish and
typically also containing napa cabbage, spring onions, green
chilli, and pear, traditionally eaten during winter
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8. fighting, int.
Esp. in Korea and Korean contexts: expressing
encouragement, incitement, or support: ‘Go on!’ ‘Go for it!’
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9. galbi, n.
In Korean cookery: a dish of beef short ribs, usually
marinated in soy sauce, garlic, and sugar, and sometimes
cooked on a grill at the table
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10. hallyu, n.
The increase in international interest in South Korea and its
popular culture, esp. as represented by the global success of
South Korean music, film, television, fashion, and food.
Also: South Korean popular culture and entertainment itself.
Frequently as a modifier, as in hallyu craze, hallyu
fan, hallyu star, etc
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11. hanbok, n.
A traditional Korean costume consisting of a long-sleeved
jacket or blouse and a long, high-waisted skirt for women or
loose-fitting trousers for men, typically worn on formal or
ceremonial occasions.
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12. japchae, n.
A Korean dish consisting of cellophane noodles made from
sweet potato starch, stir-fried with vegetables and other
ingredients, and typically seasoned with soy sauce and
sesame oil.
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13. K-, comb. form
Forming nouns relating to South Korea and its (popular)
culture, as K-beauty, K-culture, K-food, K-style, etc.
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14. K-drama, n.
A television series in the Korean language and produced in
South Korea. Also: such series collectively.
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15. kimbap, n.
A Korean dish consisting of cooked rice and other
ingredients wrapped in a sheet of seaweed and cut into bite-
sized slices.
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16. Konglish, n. and adj.
1. n.
A mixture of Korean and English, esp. an informal hybrid
language spoken by Koreans, incorporating elements of
Korean and English.
1. adj.
Combining elements of Korean and English; of, relating to,
or expressed in Konglish.
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17. Korean wave, n.
The rise of international interest in South Korea and its
popular culture which took place in the late 20th and 21st
centuries, esp. as represented by the global success of
Korean music, film, television, fashion, and food.
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18. manhwa, n.
A Korean genre of cartoons and comic books, often
influenced by Japanese manga. Also: a cartoon or comic
book in this genre.
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19. mukbang, n.
A video, esp. one that is livestreamed, that features a person
eating a large quantity of food and talking to the audience.
Also: such videos collectively or as a phenomenon.
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20. noona, n.
In Korean-speaking contexts: a boy’s or man’s elder sister.
Also as a respectful form of address or term of endearment,
and in extended use with reference to an older female friend.
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21. oppa, n.
1.
In Korean-speaking contexts: a girl’s or woman’s elder
brother. Also as a respectful form of address or term of
endearment, and in extended use with reference to an older
male friend or boyfriend.
2.
An attractive South Korean man, esp. a famous or popular
actor or singer.
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22. PC bang, n.
In South Korea: an establishment with multiple computer
terminals providing access to the internet for a fee, usually
for gaming.
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23. samgyeopsal, n.
A Korean dish of thinly sliced pork belly, usually served raw
to be cooked by the diner on a tabletop grill.
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24. skinship, n.
Esp. in Japanese and Korean contexts: touching or close
physical contact between parent and child or (esp. in later
use) between lovers or friends, used to express affection or
strengthen an emotional bond.
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25. Tang Soo Do, n.
A Korean martial art using the hands and feet to deliver and
block blows, similar to karate.
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26. trot, n.
A genre of Korean popular music characterized by repetitive
rhythms and emotional lyrics, combining a traditional
Korean singing style with influences from Japanese,
European, and American popular music. Also (and in
earliest use) as a modifier, as in trot music, trot song, etc.
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27. unni, n.
In Korean-speaking contexts: a girl’s or woman’s elder
sister. Also as a respectful form of address or term of
endearment, and in extended use with reference to an older
female friend or an admired actress or singer.
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