Fruggin

/ˈfrʌɡɪn/ adjective

Definition

A euphemistic or minced oath variant of a stronger curse word, used as a mild exclamation or to express mild frustration.

Etymology

A euphemistic alteration of a vulgar word, created by replacing the final consonant sound. This type of word creation became popular in 1950s-60s speech as a way to avoid explicit language.

Kelly Says

Euphemisms like 'fruggin'' show how speakers constantly create ways to express strong feelings while avoiding offending others—it's basically linguistic self-censorship that entire communities adopt together.

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