bad language

noun
UK /ˌbæd ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ/
US /ˌbæd ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ/

Bad language means rude or swear words that people should not say.

The teacher told the children not to use bad language in class.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Rude or offensive words used to insult someone.

He shouted bad language at the driver who cut him off.

3. Words that are not polite and are not allowed on television.

The show was reported for using bad language before 9 p.m.

4. Harsh or unkind words that hurt people's feelings.

There is no need for bad language when we disagree.