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profanity

Syllabification: (pro·fan·i·ty)
Pronunciation: /prəˈfanətē, prō-/

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Definition of profanity

noun (plural profanities)

  • blasphemous or obscene language:an outburst of profanity
  • a swear word; an oath.
  • irreligious or irreverent behavior.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from late Latin profanitas, from Latin profanus 'not sacred' (see profane)

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