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obscenity

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Noun — Language or behaviour that is offensive to standards of decency.

How to use obscenity

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Etymology

From obscene + -ity, ultimately from Latin obscenitas.

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What does “obscenity” mean?

The word “obscenity” means language or behaviour that is offensive to standards of decency. In plain terms, an offensive or indecent word, act, or quality.

How do you use “obscenity” in a sentence?

Here is “obscenity” used in a sentence: “The referee was sent off for shouting an obscenity at the crowd.”

What part of speech is “obscenity”?

“Obscenity” is a noun.

Where does the word “obscenity” come from?

The word “obscenity” comes from Latin. From obscene + -ity, ultimately from Latin obscenitas.

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