What is the meaning of curse word?

Profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger.
- usage: "expletives were deleted"
- synonyms: curse, expletive, oath, swearing, swearword, cuss

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APA	WordNet. (2010). curse word. Retrieved September 20, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/curse_word/definitions/1268586
Chicago	WordNet. 2010. "curse word" http://smartdefine.org/curse_word/definitions/1268586 (accessed September 20, 2026).
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MLA	WordNet. "curse word" 23 October 2010. Web. 20 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/curse_word/definitions/1268586>

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