noun
Uncommon
swearing
Swearing (noun) means the use of offensive or crude language. Example: “The referee gave a warning for swearing on the pitch.”
noun
1
The use of offensive or crude language.
"The referee gave a warning for swearing on the pitch."
"Excessive swearing got the comedian's special an explicit rating."
How to use swearing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of using bad or profane language.
Common pairings
swearing at someone
stop swearing
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Etymology
Formed from "swear" plus the "-ing" ending, from Middle English sweryng.
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Rhymes for swearing
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What does “swearing” mean?
The word “swearing” means the use of offensive or crude language. In plain terms, the act of using bad or profane language.
How do you use “swearing” in a sentence?
Here is “swearing” used in a sentence: “The referee gave a warning for swearing on the pitch.”
What part of speech is “swearing”?
“Swearing” is a noun.
Where does the word “swearing” come from?
The word “swearing” comes from Middle English. Formed from "swear" plus the "-ing" ending, from Middle English sweryng.
Is “swearing” a common word?
“Swearing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
