Republicans could use a similar reminder, because, in fairness, they have their own dictionary of the weird: Translation: ...

The OED traced the origin of woke's newer definition to a 1962 New York Times article by Black author William Melvin Kelley describing how white beatniks were appropriating Black slang at the time.

The Urban Dictionary adds: "Being woke means being aware… knowing what’s going on in the community (related to racism and social injustice)." ...

Gary Houchens claims “It’s not hard to define ‘woke’” and proceeds to give what might be the sloppiest definition I have ever read in a newspaper. I’m a philosopher by training, so I ...

A Viral Moment on the Definition of “Woke” Reveals All You Need to Know About the Right’s Attacks Conservative author Bethany Mandel’s struggle to define the word “woke” spoke volumes.

Cracker Barrel said it could have done a 'better job' with their changes. What was all the controversy about? Did their logo ...

However one defines “woke,” contra Dictionary.com, it goes beyond having an interest in historical prejudices and a welcoming attitude toward minorities.

"Woke" is now being used to describe political awareness, and the Oxford English Dictionary is taking note.

The Oxford English Dictionary includes the word "woke" in it's latest round of additions.

Democrats have a language problem. Politico recently reported that a Democratic think tank, Third Way, is circulating a memo warning party leaders to avoid 45 words and phrases that make ...