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Definition of four-letter word
four-letter word
noun
- a swear word.
This movie has a lot of four-letter words in it.
Last edited on Oct 28 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Aug 26 2009.
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| Definitions include: constantly. | |
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| Definitions include: a letter / note in which a person breaks up with a male. | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "three-letter acronym". | |
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| Definitions include: "cunt". | |
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| Definitions include: "please." | |
| Definitions include: "I will not reveal the secret." | |
| Definitions include: exclamation of surprise. | |
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