Greenwash noun : something (such as a claim or action) that is intended to make a product, policy, activity, etc. Greenwash verb 1 : to make (something, such as a product, policy, or practice) appear to be more environmentally friendly or less environmentally damaging than it really is 2 : to mislead (someone) by means of greenwashing by which a commodity is produced and distributed : the companies, materials, and systems involved in manufacturing and delivering goods Supply chain : the chain of processes, businesses, etc. Use case : a use to which something (such as a proposed product or service) can be put : APPLICATION sense 1a(2) Microgrid : a small grid especially : a local electrical grid (see GRID sense 2a(3)) that can be connected to a larger network but that is also capable of operating independently Video doorbell : a small security camera that is designed for use on an exterior door, that includes or connects to a doorbell, and that often has a microphone and speaker : DOORBELL CAMERA
#ONLINE WEBSTER DICTIONARIES UPDATE#
This update features a range of technology-related terms, including a playful retronym that contrasts with the ubiquitous smartphone.ĭumbphone : a cell phone that does not include advanced software features (such as email or an internet browser) typically found on smartphones Here are a selection of words that met the criteria for our most recent update. When many people use a word in the same way, over a long enough period of time, that word becomes eligible for inclusion. The dictionary chronicles how the language grows and changes, which means new words and definitions must continually be added.
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