The use of a word or phrase carrying negative connotations or imagery (especially one that is derogatory, offensive or vulgar) to replace a (more) neutral original.
A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
A word or term that is considered offensive or vulgar.
Editors of newspapers allow more vulgarisms to go to print today than they used to.
A spelling, word, or phrase used in common speech that is considered improper or incorrect for formal communication.