vulgarism
Example Sentences
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Well, the Games brought a large wave of vulgarism to Hyde Park for the men's triathlon on Tuesday and I was happy to be part of it.
From The Guardian • Aug. 8, 2012
But the Online Etymology Dictionary insists that the Yiddish vulgarism actually comes from the Old Polish “smok,” meaning “grass snake” or “dragon.”
From New York Times • May 3, 2010
"Naff off," an upper-class vulgarism, is gaining popularity around the world largely through Anne's efforts.
From Time Magazine Archive
Old Lady Ely used to say that Lord Fife was one of the few men who could with impunity quiz, as it were, the Queen� to use a vulgarism, get the best of her.
From Time Magazine Archive
In Scotland, though the English may regard it as a vulgarism, I have heard the word used in this form.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
