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Euphemism Dysphemism: Language Used As Shield and Weapon
Euphemism Dysphemism Language Used As Shield and Weapon
Author: Keith Allan, Kate Burridge
We all use euphemisms. We ask for directions to the "ladies room" or convey the news that someone has recently "passed away." In fact, euphemisms have existed throughout recorded history: they are used by preliterate peoples, and have probably been around since human language first developed. And the same is true of offensive language, or "dysph...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780195066227
ISBN-10: 0195066227
Publication Date: 6/6/1991
Pages: 263
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Publisher: Oxford University Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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