History of Swear Words · S1 · E2
Sh*t
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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With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.
Season 1
1F**k
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 6.7
The silly putty of the English language, our most malleable swear word can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement and a whole lot more.
2Sh*t
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 6.4Now viewing
With medieval roots as a term for excrement, this filthy vulgarity evolved over time into something much more versatile — and sometimes even positive.
3Bitch
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 6.1
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.
4D**k
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 5.9
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?
5Pu**y
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 6.1
From its feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, learn how "pu**y" has stood the test of time.
6Damn
20 minJan 5, 2021★ 6.1
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.
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