euphemism
Noun
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An inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh (synset 106617399)
domain member usage:
- neutralisation, neutralization - (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation)
- departure, exit, expiration, going, loss, passing, release - euphemistic expressions for death
- collateral damage - (euphemism) inadvertent casualties and destruction inflicted on civilians in the course of military operations
- sanitation department - the department of local government responsible for collecting and disposing of garbage
- bm, bowel movement, movement - a euphemism for defecation
- leak, making water, passing water, wetting - a euphemism for urination
- asleep, at peace, at rest, deceased, departed, gone - dead
is a type of: expression, locution, saying - a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
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