E-word
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: E-word is a noun meaning The word Eskimo, which is considered offensive in Northern Canada.
Meaning
The word Eskimo, which is considered offensive in Northern Canada.
More Meanings
- Any word beginning with e, especially one referring to something electronic, or one that is (often humorously) treated as controversial in a given context (for example, evolution, evangelical or enlightenment).
Example Sentences
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Word Forms
- e-words
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include e-communication, e-communicator, e-text, e-writing, e-world, e-version.
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