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The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by purest21(m): 10:18pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
Just recently I wanted to check up 'Nigeria' in the English v. 2.7.3 dictionary, the dictionary suggested 'Nigerian scam' alongside with 'Nigerian'. I selected the word 'Nigerian scam' and was emotionally confused when I saw the definition. I didn't know whether I should laugh at or weep for my dear country on how the West has dissed us; [/b]Nigerian scam etymology Commonly originate from Nigeria, although the country of origin is often spoofed. noun (plural Nigerian scams) - (Internet) An attempt to defraud by sending out large amounts of emails stating that the recipient has inherited a vast fortune, but will need to supply banking account details, or to send payment for fees, before the inheritance can be passed on. synonyms - 419 scam - advance fee scam
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Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by donholy28(m): 10:20pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
419 don enter dictionary |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by angieberry(f): 10:20pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
I laughed and weeped. Both reactions are acceptable. |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by NicxonXXX(m): 10:22pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
When dem go put Yahoo Yahoo 1 Like |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by purest21(m): 10:29pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
If they've decided to diss us internationally maybe it's time we hacked their atomic bombs and other nuclear biological weapons and detonate it on them. Imperialists West! |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by SuperSuave(m): 10:43pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
wtf!!! ehya! na my country den disgrace so? |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by alphalpha(m): 10:44pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
purest21: Who is "we"? |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by stepo707: 10:45pm On Jun 18, 2015 |
Definition doesn't even make sense.ode people |
Re: The Latest Edition Of English Dictionary Contained 'nigerian Scam' As A New Word by purest21(m): 8:03am On Jun 19, 2015 |
Lalasticlala seun |
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