Proverbial
Definitions
- Used to replace a word that might be considered unacceptable in a particular situation, when using a well-known phrase.
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The groin or the testicles. euphemistic, in-plural
Equivalents
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Examples
“I think⟳ we should be prepared in case the proverbial hits the fan.”
“Are you taking the proverbial?”
“You'll find⟳ they've got you by the proverbials.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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