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euphemism
noun
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How to pronounce euphemism:

Definition of euphemism:

euphemism (noun):
the expression so substituted
an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh.
an inoffensive word or phrase substituted for one considered offensive or upsetting, such as departed for dead
the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant

Synonyms for euphemism:

circumlocutionsimilesubstituteexpressioncolloquialismidiomphraseunderstatementclichemetaphor
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