Definition of euphemysticism

euphemysticism

• The belief that changing the name of a thing will change it's substantial, moral or social consequences. Also social practices stemming from such belief.

  Euphemysticism aside, calling them "number twos" won't make your dukes smell any better.

  This definition is questionable and is pending deletion. It will be saved from deletion if legitimate citations are found.

  Last edited on Jan 24 2013. Submitted by Dejafoo on Oct 03 2007.

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