four-letter

adjective

four-let·​ter ˈfȯr-ˈle-tər How to pronounce four-letter (audio)
: of, relating to, or being four-letter words

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There are plenty of four-letter words that apply to what’s happened when the Lakers have tried to put points on the board. Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025 In the relentless drive of global business, there's a four-letter acronym that's become as ubiquitous as the morning coffee: VUCA. Jim Stevenson, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025 It was quickly followed by another four-letter word moment. Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025 Running around, promoting that stupid four-letter catchphrase, having a little bit of fun with everybody out there, just to cover up your lack of in-ring ability. Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for four-letter

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of four-letter was in 1897

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“Four-letter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/four-letter. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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