History of Swear Words

Miniseries

2021 · 6 episodes · 2h 0m in all · 6.2/10

Episodes

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   1. F**k

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 6.7/10

   The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.

2. 

   2. Sh*t

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 6.4/10

   With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.

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   3. Bitch

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 6.1/10

   Though it literally means "female dog," in recent years, some women have started to reclaim the "B word" as a term of strength and solidarity.

4. 

   4. D**k

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 5.9/10

   You can have one or you can be one. But how did an unassuming nickname for "Richard" become one of our most popular swear words?

5. 

   5. Pu**y

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 6.1/10

   From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.

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   6. Damn

   5 Jan 2021 · 20 min · 6.1/10

   Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch even today.