Meaning & use
cuss
Informal term meaning to swear or use offensive language, usually out of anger or frustration.
See it in a sentence
He cussed loudly after stubbing his toe on the coffee table again.
She warned the kids not to cuss in front of their grandmother.
A note on using this word
Cuss is casual American English; 'curse' or 'swear' sound more neutral in formal writing.
Words with a similar meaning
curseswear
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Another way to use it
2. noun
Informal term for a person, especially one who is stubborn or difficult.
Grandpa is a cranky old cuss, but everyone loves him anyway.
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