swearing

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: swear-ing (2)

English Definition

The use of offensive language, or the act of making a solemn promise.

Example Sentence

He was told to stop swearing in front of the children.

US IPA /หˆswerษชล‹/
UK IPA /หˆsweษ™rษชล‹/