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skiplagging
[ skip-lag-ing ]
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noun
the practice of purchasing an air ticket for a flight with a layover at one’s true destination, getting off at the layover point, and skipping the last leg of the flight.
Why Dictionary.com chose skiplagging
More about skiplagging
- First recorded in 2015–20.
- Comes from the verb skiplag, which was formed from skip, “to pass form one point to another, disregarding what intervenes,” and lag, “a lapse of time.”
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EXAMPLES OF SKIPLAGGING
- Some airlines have started cracking down on skiplagging by penalizing passengers who engage in this practice.
- Skiplagging has become a contentious topic in the travel industry, with debates on whether it is a legitimate money-saving tactic or a form of unethical behavior.
preponderant
adjective
superior in weight, force, influence, numbers, etc.; prevailing.
Why Dictionary.com chose preponderant
More about preponderant
- First recorded in 1650–60.
- Comes from the stem of the Latin word praeponderāns, which is the present participle of praeponderāre, meaning “to outweigh.”
- Related to the verb ponder, “to consider deeply and thoroughly.”
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EXAMPLES OF PREPONDERANT
- Despite her preponderant presence in the room, she preferred to stay silent.
- The preponderant influence of social media shapes many people’s opinions and behaviors.
Why Dictionary.com chose haku
More about haku
- First recorded in 1835–40.
- Comes from Hawaiian and means literally, “to arrange, put in order, compose, braid.”
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EXAMPLES OF HAKU
- The hula dancer gracefully moved across the stage, her haku swaying with each step.
- As a symbol of celebration and honor, he presented a fragrant haku to the guest of honor.
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