swear word
nounmasculineinformal/pɐ.ˈlav.ɾɐ̃w̃/high
pa·la·vrão
Definition
A profane or obscene word, typically considered offensive or vulgar.
He let out a swear word when he hit his thumb.
Children shouldn't use swear words.
Common collocations
utter a swear worduse swear words
Etymology
De 'palavra' + sufixo aumentativo/pejorativo '-ão'.