'Mogging' is Collins' word of the year... but do you know what it means?

Collins Dictionary has announced 'mogging' as its Word of the Year for 2026, selecting it from a list of ten celebrated terms. The slang expression refers to the act of outshining or upstaging another person. While the dictionary describes the choice as lighthearted, reports indicate that the term possesses a sinister history. This selection highlights current linguistic trends and the evolution of modern slang within the English language as recognised by the prestigious Collins institution.