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[yōṓfə-mĭźəm]
(n.)The act or an example of substituting a mild, indirect, or vague term for one considered harsh, blunt, or offensive:“Euphemisms such as ‘slumber room’ . . . abound in the funeral business” (Jessica Mitford)
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Definition of euphemistically in the Online Dictionary. Meaning of euphemistically. Pronunciation of euphemistically. Translations of euphemistically. euphemistically synonyms, euphemistically antonyms. Information about euphemistically in the free online English dictionary and encyclopedia. [Greek euph mismos, To be plain,
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Etymology: Greek euphēmismos, from euphēmos auspicious, sounding good, from eu- + phēmē speech, from phanai to speak — more at ban. Date: circa 1681...
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His humor makes him the political counterpart of radio host Don Imus: At times, it's over the line. Ever hear that joke about waterboarding? How about the one about killing Iranians? And why is Chelsea Clinton so ugly? If you aren't familiar with those witty japes, then you've missed out on John McCain's lighter side.
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Long-shot challenger faces challenge to his own congressional seat; will announce decision Friday. Rep. Dennis J. Kucinich of Ohio is dropping his second long-shot bid for the Democratic nomination for president, he told his hometown newspaper, the Cleveland Plain Dealer. By using this site, you accept our Terms of Service.
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Encyclopedia: Euphemism
A euphemism is the substitution of an agreeable or less offensive expression in place of one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant to the listener; or in the case of doublespeak, to make it ...
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1. the substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensive, harsh, or blunt. 2. the expression so substituted: “To pass...
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noun. the use of a word or phrase that is less expressive or direct but considered less distasteful, less offensive, etc. than another; a word or phrase so...
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