There seems to be a rash of “word(s) of the year” around this time of year. Fine by me – at least I can guarantee something to write about around Christmas! This month, it falls to the Macquarie Dictionary of Australian English. You may remember that last year’s poll gave us the splendid “muffin top” to describe the fleshy bits that poke out when women try to wear skimpy lycra clothing five sizes too small for them.

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