Facebook to build slang word dictionary soon
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Facebook would soon build a dictionary of slang words used on the social networking site. Reportedly, Facebook is working on software that would scan for words used in Facebook posts or comments, and decide whether a repetitive-word has certain meaning among a bunch of users. New words could be added to the glossary by user polls, and words are removed if their popularity decreases.
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