swearword
nounUK /ˈsweə.wɜːd/
US /ˈswer.wɝːd/
A swearword is a rude word that people should not say.
The teacher told the boy not to use a swearword in class.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A word used to express strong anger or surprise.
He shouted a swearword when he dropped the box on his foot.
3. Offensive language that is not polite in public.
The movie had lots of swearwords, so we did not let the kids watch it.
4. A word some people use to show they are very upset.
She muttered a swearword under her breath after missing the bus.