New Delhi, Oct. 30 -- Dictionary.com has released the 'Word of the Year'. The website recognises that the most popular term this year is "67". While it appears to be like the number 'sixty-seven', it is pronounced as 'six seven'. The Gen Alpha slang has been going viral, though its origins are unclear.

According to Dictionary.com, the annual 'Word of the Year' pick is a linguistic recap that defines social media trends and global events that year.

While it is not clear where the term '67' comes from, the word was made popular by Gen Alpha on social media and in schools. According to Dictionary.com, the term can be traced back to Skrilla's viral song titled Doot Doot. Some people have also linked to the NBA player LaMelo Ball, who stands...