The Oxford English Dictionary has expanded its lexicon by adding several African words, primarily from West African nations, in an effort to acknowledge the continent's rich culture and widespread influence. This update includes popular terms like 'Nyash', 'Abeg', and 'Afrobeat', among others.

• Among the newly added words is 'Nyash', a slang term common in West and East Africa, referring to a person's backside and often used to describe attractive curves.
• The word 'Abeg', a variant of "I beg", was included as both an interjection and adverb, used for humble requests.
• The dictionary also recognized 'Afrobeat', a popular music style with increasing global influence, incorporating African music and jazz elements.
• Other additions include 'Biko' (meaning 'Please'), 'Mammy Market' (a marketplace run by women), and 'Amala' (a Nigerian staple food).
• The Oxford English Dictionary determines new entries based on widespread usage evidence found in various media, including books, newspapers, and social media.