Kind words: a thesaurus of euphemisms

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Swearing, Euphemism, Multilingualism Lexicography and Language Studies Gender Studies in Language

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Containing over 4000 euphemisms, this reference guide explains how and why we coin euphemisms to hide fears, abide by taboos, mask secret desires, excuse misbehaviour and mention the unmentionable. The meaning, origin and usage of each word is fully detailed.

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