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# colourful language

noun phrase (colourful language, uncountable; US colorful language)

«colourful language» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, polite) swearing; rude words.

### In the lessons

A polite and slightly amused way to mention swearing; used by news readers, teachers and parents; UK understatement, also used elsewhere.

### Examples

- The footballer was sent off for colourful language to the referee.
- Warning: this film contains some colourful language.
- Grandad used some colourful language when he hit his thumb.
- The teacher did not like the colourful language in the playground.
- The chef is famous for his colourful language in the kitchen.
- Sorry about my colourful language, I was angry.

### Note

It does not mean bright or poetic words. It means swear words. Spelling colourful (UK) / colorful (US).