swearing meaning
UK /ˈswɛərɪŋ/ US /ˈswɛrɪŋ/ 2 syllables
swearing (noun): profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger.
swearing has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
swearing as a noun
- profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
- expletives were deleted
Synonyms: curse, curse word, expletive, oath, swearword, cuss
Type of: profanity
Related forms: swear
- a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury
Synonyms: oath
Type of: commitment
Related forms: swear
How to pronounce swearing
swearing is pronounced /ˈswɛərɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈswɛrɪŋ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with swearing
Word lists: words starting with SW · words ending in NG · 8-letter words
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