'Single-use' has been named word of the year 2018

Each year, Collins Dictionary compiles a shortlist of new and notable words that reflect the last 12 months.

They have named 'single-use' as the word of 2018. This refers to products, often plastic, which are made to be used only once before they are thrown away. The word has seen a four-fold increase since 2013.

Other words that Collins said were on the increase are:

Vegan: A person who refrains from using any animal product whatever for food, clothing, or any other purpose.

Floss: (we think you know this one) A dance in which people twist their hips in one direction while swinging their arms in the opposite direction with the fists closed.

Plogging: A recreational activity, originating in Sweden, that combines jogging with picking up litter.

VAR: Abbreviation for video assistant referee.

Whitewash: To cast a white actor in the role of a character from a minority ethnic group.

Gammon: Some people say this one is a bit rude! Collins define it as a person, typically male, middle-aged, and white; especially one who supports the withdrawal of Britain from the European Union.

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