Expletive (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A word or phrase conveying no independent meaning but added to fill out a sentence or metrical line.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Hypernyms

• Vocalization

Meaning ²

Profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger; "expletives were deleted".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Swearing
• Curse Word
• Oath
• Swearword
• Cuss
• Curse

Hypernyms

• Profanity