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Obscene
Obscene (/ɒbˈsiːn/ ob-SEEN) is a term used to describe something that is offensive or disgusting by accepted standards of morality and decency. The term is often used in legal contexts to describe materials that are considered inappropriate or unacceptable.
Etymology
The term "obscene" originates from the Latin word "obscaenus", which means "ill-omened" or "abominable". It was first used in English in the late 16th century.
Related Terms
- Indecency: This term refers to behavior or language that is considered offensive or inappropriate. It is often used in legal contexts to describe materials or actions that are not suitable for public display or discussion.
- Profanity: This term refers to language that is considered vulgar, blasphemous, or obscene. It is often used to describe words or phrases that are considered offensive or disrespectful.
- Vulgarity: This term refers to language or behavior that is crude, coarse, or lacking in sophistication. It is often used to describe actions or language that are considered inappropriate or offensive.
- Lewdness: This term refers to behavior that is obscene, lustful, or indecent. It is often used in legal contexts to describe actions that are considered sexually inappropriate or offensive.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Obscene
- Wikipedia's article - Obscene
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