Today's Words: Preponderant, Skiplagging, Shacket

Preponderant

[ pri-pon-der-uhnt ]

adjective

superior in weight, force, influence, numbers, etc.; prevailing.

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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.”

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 behaviours.

Skiplagging

[ skip-lag-ing ] SHOW IPA

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.

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First recorded in 2015–20

Comes from the verb skip lag, which was formed from a skip, “to pass from one point to another, disregarding what intervenes,” and lag, “a lapse of time.”

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 behaviour. Shacket

Shacket

[ shak-it ] SHOW IPA

noun

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First recorded in 1885-90

More about shacket

Of uncertain origin, but perhaps a variant of jacket or, in later use, a blend of sh(irt) and (j)acket

The fashion-forward influencer showcased how versatile a shacket can be by pairing it with both jeans and trousers.
During the transitional seasons, a lightweight shacket is the perfect choice for adding an extra layer without feeling too bulky. More about shcaket

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