haukkumasana — meaning in English
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English meaning
- dysphemism noun The use of a harsh or offensive word in place of a milder, neutral one.
- pejorative adj Showing that you think something or someone is bad; insulting.
Senses
haukkumasana is used for these senses in English:
- dysphemism (countable) A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
- pejorative A disparaging, belittling, or derogatory word or expression.
dysphemism — full definition
- noun The use of a harsh or offensive word in place of a milder, neutral one.
- noun A harsh or offensive word used instead of a milder one.
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