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expletive

noun
/ˈɛksplətɪv/

Meaning

a word or phrase used as an exclamation, often offensive or profane

Example Sentences

He shouted an expletive when he dropped the hammer on his foot.

Synonyms

curse, swear word, profanity, oath

Antonyms

compliment, blessing

Collocations

shout expletive, utter expletive, profane expletive

Related Vocabularies

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A large area of water surrounded by land.
a cutting instrument with two sharp blades that are joined and work against each other
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Vulnerability or weakness to the influence or infection of something
waste material; refuse or litter; something worthless or meaningless

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