English word origin

Etymology of bish

Phonetic modification of bitch, based on black American speech.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

A minced oath (as a term of abuse).

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Phonetic modification of bitch, based on black American speech.

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Source etymology 3

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noun

A bishop.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of bishop.

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