Definitions by ed

euphemism 

1. the substitution of a milder, vaguer word or expression for one considered to be offensive or unpleasant.
2. the word or expression so substituted.

"Put to sleep" is a euphemism for "kill".

euphemism by ed January 19, 2003

pinko 

A communist. It's origins stem from the Communist's use of red flags. Used mostly by hicks.

"You pinko faggots better get the hell offa my lawn!"

pinko by Ed January 7, 2003