Foulmouth: meaning, definitions and examples
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foulmouth
[ faʊlmaʊθ ]
behavior, language
A foulmouth refers to someone who frequently uses offensive, vulgar, or profane language. This term is often used to describe individuals who do not shy away from using profanity in their daily conversations.
Synonyms
curse word speaker, profanity user, vulgar speaker
Examples of usage
- His foulmouth got him in trouble at work.
- She always had a foulmouth, even around children.
- Despite his foulmouth, he had a charming personality.
- Don't be such a foulmouth at the dinner table.
Etymology
The term 'foulmouth' is derived from the combination of two English words: 'foul' and 'mouth.' The word 'foul' has its roots in Middle English 'foul' (meaning dirty or unclean), which can be traced back to Old French 'fou' and further to the Latin 'fallere' meaning to deceive or trick. 'Mouth' comes from the Old English 'muð,' which has similar roots relating to the act of speaking or expressing oneself. The term has evolved over time, gaining a specific association with the use of bad language and profanity in spoken communication. It reflects cultural attitudes towards language and the appropriateness of certain words in social interaction.