Definitions from Wiktionary (avoidance speech)
▸ noun: (linguistics) a special restricted speech style in certain languages used to refer to taboo subjects, or as a sign of respect in the presence of certain people, while doing certain activities, following a death, etc., distinguished by a specialized lexicon.
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▸ noun: (linguistics) a special restricted speech style in certain languages used to refer to taboo subjects, or as a sign of respect in the presence of certain people, while doing certain activities, following a death, etc., distinguished by a specialized lexicon.
Similar:
nonspeak,
avoidment,
nonavoidance,
avoidance,
wooden language,
exulansis,
cone of silence,
no speaks,
mutism,
silent treatment,
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▸ Words similar to avoidance speech
▸ Usage examples for avoidance speech
▸ Idioms related to avoidance speech
▸ Wikipedia articles (New!)
▸ Words that often appear near avoidance speech
▸ Rhymes of avoidance speech
▸ Invented words related to avoidance speech