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What does the root word cuss mean?

The root word "cuss" actually doesn't have a clear, independent meaning. It's derived from the word "curse," which comes from the Old English "curs" meaning "evil" or "harm."

So, while "cuss" doesn't have a direct meaning on its own, it's essentially a slang or informal shortening of "curse" and carries the same general sense of:

* To swear or use profanity.

* To utter a curse or invoke evil upon someone.

* To express annoyance, anger, or frustration.

In essence, "cuss" is a more casual and sometimes humorous way to refer to the act of cursing.

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