Euphemism Word Puzzles: Crossword puzzles with commonly used euphemisms (Play and learn word puzzles)

by Martin Shum

A euphemism is a generally harmless word, name, or phrase that substitutes an offensive or suggestive one. Some euphemisms intend to amuse, while others intend to give positive appearances to negative events or even mislead entirely. Here is an example of a euphemism: "When someone has broken wind, enquire as to who has cut the cheese."Euphemism is the language of evasion, of hypocrisy, of deceit, and of prudery. Euphemisms also often take the place...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1492257990
• ISBN13: 9781492257998
• Release Date: August 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.3" x 5.5"