брань — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
брань is used for these senses in English:
- abuse Coarse, insulting speech; abusive language; language that unjustly or angrily vilifies. [from mid-16th c.]
- curse A vulgar epithet.
- foul language Profane or socially unacceptable words.
- name-calling The use of derogatory labels in verbal attacks on a person or other entity.
- profanity (countable) Obscene, lewd or abusive language.
abuse — full definition
- noun Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
- noun The wrong or harmful use of something, such as power, drugs, or a position of trust.
- verb To treat someone cruelly or violently.
- verb To use something improperly or excessively, especially drugs or alcohol.
curse — full definition
- noun A spell or supernatural force believed to bring harm or bad luck.
- noun A rude or offensive word used to express anger.
- verb To wish harm on someone, or to swear angrily.
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