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dysphemism in Dutch

dysphemism in Dutch is dysfemisme — dysphemism means the use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.

dysphemism in Dutch

dysfemisme
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What does "dysphemism" mean?

  1. noun The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
  2. noun A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
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What is "dysphemism" in Dutch?

"dysphemism" in Dutch is dysfemisme. dysphemism means: The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.

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