Fuck

Fuck is a strong and generally provocative expletive in Modern English and is one of the most well-known vulgarisms in the English-speaking world.

Related Topics:
Expletive - Modern English - Vulgarism

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It is unclear whether the word has always been considered impolite and, if not, when it was initially considered to be profane. Some evidence indicates that in some English-speaking locales it was considered acceptable as late as the 17th century meaning "to strike" or "to penetrate" http://dictionary.reference.com/help/faq/language/f/fword.html. Other evidence indicates that it may have become vulgar as early as the 16th century in England; thus other reputable sources such as the Oxford English Dictionary contend the true etymology is still uncertain, but appears to point to an Anglo-Saxon origin that in later times spread to the British colonies and worldwide.

Related Topics:
Impolite - Profane - 17th century - Vulgar - 16th century - Oxford English Dictionary - Etymology

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The two seemingly contradictory hypotheses may reflect cultural and/or regional English dialects. See the etymology for further discussion.

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