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21code word — 1. See code name. 2. a euphemistic or politically acceptable catchword or phrase used instead of a blunter or less acceptable term: The official report said the diplomats had a frank and serious discussion code words for angry argument. [1880 85] …
22no good, worthless — No good is colloquially used as both noun and adjective to mean without worth, of no use or value, good for nothing, useless : This tramp is a no good. This steak is no good. Worthless is more acceptable in the meanings cited above: This… …
23code word — code′ word n. cvb a euphemistic or politically acceptable catchword or phrase used instead of a blunter or less acceptable term • Etymology: 1965–70 …
24code word — I. noun 1. : code name 2. : code group II. noun : euphemism interpreting “compatibility” as a code word for stifling dissent, the faculty denounced the memorandum Robert Griffith …
25Fylfot — For information about the symbol itself, see swastika. Notional arms Argent a fylfot azure (a blue fylfot on a white shield) – exemplifying the design of the fylfot commonly shown in modern heraldry texts. Fylfot or fylfot cross ( …
26deification — This word (from the Latin dios, meaning god or deity, and facere, meaning to make ) refers to making aperson like God. This idea, which is found in the writings of Greek theologians, emphasizes the grace given potential ofhuman beings to… …
27Crossplay — Cross dressing History of cross dressing Breeches role · Breeching Travesti · In film and television …
28CHOZ-FM — City of license St. John s, Newfoundland and Labrador Branding OZ FM Slogan The Rock of the Rock …
29machismo — This term from Spanish is now commonly used to indicate such qualities as courage, virility, and aggressiveness. It may also be used to mean an attitude of male superiority. Machismo is a useful, colorful, acceptable term, but widespread… …
30differently abled — Meaning Handicapped or disabled. Origin This term was coined by the US Democratic National Committee in the early 1980s as a more acceptable term than handicapped (or in the UK disabled). The motivation seems to have been both a genuine attempt… …
