Words long used in the Caribbean and Bermuda are now part of the Oxford English Dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary added more than a dozen words commonly used in Bermuda and the Caribbean. One featured addition is the Bermudian term "bimpert," used to describe a foolish person. The update officially recognizes these regional linguistic contributions.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — More than a dozen words long used in Bermuda and across the Caribbean got an official nod on Wednesday from the Oxford English Dictionary. First in line is “bimpert,” a Bermudian word of unknown origin that is used to describe a stupid or foolish person. People on the tiny...
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