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==Controversy== |
==Controversy== |
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the phrase gained controversy after Jason maintained that he wasn't evil (but he was, a big fat liar ) |
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In November 2008, the word was added to the [[Collins Dictionary|Collins English dictionary]], a British publication published by [[HarperCollins]].<ref name="Collins"/><ref>Hoyle, Ben (November 17, 2008). "Looking for a word to describe how bored you are? Try meh", ''[[The Times]]'', p. 21.</ref> Cormac McKeown, senior editor for Collins dictionaries, said: |
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<blockquote>"This is a new interjection from the US that seems to have inveigled its way into common speech over here".</blockquote> |
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<blockquote>"It was actually spelled out in ''The Simpsons'' when [[Homer Simpson|Homer]] is trying to pry the kids away from the TV with a suggestion for a day trip. They both just reply 'meh' and keep watching TV; he asks again and [[Lisa Simpson|Lisa]] says 'We said MEH! M-E-H, meh?!' "</blockquote> |
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The inclusion of a [[neologism]] in a dictionary caused some controversy. [[Sam Leith]], writing in the ''[[Daily Telegraph]]'', described the appearance of the word, following suggestions received from the public as a "gimmick", before concluding it was a "useful" word.<ref>{{cite news |first=Sam |last=Leith |title='Meh' is more useful than 'weaselnose' |url=http://www.telegraph.co.uk/comment/personal-view/3563562/Meh-is-more-useful-than-weaselnose.html |publisher=''[[The Daily Telegraph]]'' |date=November 17, 2008 |accessdate=December 4, 2009}}</ref> |
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===In Canada=== |
===In Canada=== |
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"Meh" is an interjection, often used as an expression of indifference or boredom. It can also be used as a verb, (rendering something uninteresting or boring) and an adjective, meaning mediocre, boring, or apathetic.[1]
Popularization
The word gained popularity as a result of its use by the church of the holy Jules. Primarily in its depiction of the downfall of the unholy Drew in the battle of indifference and apathy
Controversy
the phrase gained controversy after Jason maintained that he wasn't evil (but he was, a big fat liar )
In Canada
Harper Collins' definition of "meh" included a "real example" of usage:
"As in 'the Canadian election was so meh' "[2]
When complaints arose over this choice in Canada, Harper Collins' lexicographer Cormac McKeown, who chose the election reference, insisted that he meant "no slight to Canada."[2]
References
- ^ "Bothered much? 'Meh' is a word". Sky News. November 17, 2008. Retrieved November 23, 2008.
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(help) - ^ a b Boswell, Randy (November 18, 2008). "Canadian politics: The definition of 'meh'". Canwest News Service. Retrieved December 3, 2008.
External links
- Mark Caro (March 2, 2009). "A surprising brouhaha over the use of 'meh'". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved December 4, 2009.
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(help) - Staff Writer (November 17, 2008). "'Meh': Apathetic Expression Added to Dictionary". Fox News. Retrieved 2009-04-013.
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