'Mogging' named Collins' word of the year
The slang term means outshining someone or something, often in appearance. Collins says its use rose sharply in 2026 as it moved into mainstream language.
Collins Dictionary has named “mogging” its 2026 word of the year, for a slang term that means outshining someone or something. BBC News1NewsThe StandardThe IndependentThe Guardian
Collins says the word’s use increased by 210% in 2026. It is often used playfully or ironically, including to describe someone being upstaged. 1NewsThe Standard
The term is linked to the acronym AMOG, or “Alpha Male of the Group”, and has roots in bodybuilding forums and online subcultures. BBC NewsThe StandardThe Independent