Corroboreeing

/kəˈrɑːbəriːɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of a variant form of corroborate; confirming or supporting something in ongoing action.

Etymology

From 'corroborate' with the gerund suffix '-ing,' possibly influenced by Australian English where 'corroboree' is a common word, creating confusion between the two similar words.

Kelly Says

This word might be a confusion between 'corroborate' (to confirm) and 'corroboree' (Aboriginal celebration), showing how similar-sounding words can accidentally blend together in language when written down.

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