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innuendo
[in-yoo-en-doh]
noun
plural
innuendos, innuendoesan indirect intimation about a person or thing, especially of a disparaging or a derogatory nature.
Synonyms: ,Law.
a parenthetic explanation or specification in a pleading.
(in an action for slander or libel) the explanation and elucidation of the words alleged to be defamatory.
the word or expression thus explained.
innuendo
/ ˌɪʊˈɛԻəʊ /
noun
an indirect or subtle reference, esp one made maliciously or indicating criticism or disapproval; insinuation
law (in pleading) a word introducing an explanatory phrase, usually in parenthesis
law
an explanation of the construction put upon words alleged to be defamatory where the defamatory meaning is not apparent
the words thus explained
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of innuendo1
Example Sentences
Estonia's Tommy Cash, who came third, also kept the innuendo train running, with Espresso Macchiato, a caffeinated disco anthem featuring the unforgettable phrase: "Life is like spaghetti, it's hard until you make it."
Automatically qualifying for the final, it's a welcome oasis of calm amidst the steamy sauna sessions, moody goth haircuts and thrusting innuendo.
As Richlin handed down his ruling, he referred to the indictment as “quite extensive,” and said, “the court does believe there is substantial evidence, lengthy evidence, this is not innuendo in the indictment.”
What makes the experience of grinding through all 900-plus pages is the way the author weaves together rumor, history, innuendo, mystery, outrage, heartache and ecstasy.
High Court judge Mr Justice Lavender ruled Barton's comments were mainly statements of opinion, but were defamatory by meaning or innuendo.
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