Some people collect coins in their spare time.
Boston Globe recounting a week he spent last fall inventing new words. While it remains to be seen whether his recent creations will capture lexicographers' fancies, Lewis already has enjoyed success as a neologist. While he is not about to give up his day job, Lewis does feel he has found a new outlet for his talents. I stumbled into it with 'Frankenfood,' and it got me thinking about how new words are created. In working towards words like 'mall-minded' or 'Newtmare,' I am trying to catch a cultural wave.