# vulgarism

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A word or term that is considered offensive or vulgar.
2. A spelling, word, or phrase used in common speech that is considered improper or incorrect for formal communication.

## Etymology
From vulgar + -ism.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/vulgarism