Name-calling Definition

nāmkôlĭng
noun
The use of disparaging or abusive names in attacking another.
Webster's New World
Verbal abuse; insulting language.
American Heritage

Alternative form of name-calling.

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Noun

Singular:
name-calling
Plural:
name-callings

Name-calling Sentence Examples

  • Parents often feel that teasing and name-calling, insensitivity, and ignorance are the greatest challenges that they face with regards to their child's albinism.

  • I was really shocked that I had some racist name-calling in my class.

  • The name calling started within 24 hours with their own set of contacts.

  • Examples include name-calling, pushing, punching and threatening behavior.

  • Behavior that is not acceptable includes bullying, name-calling, not respecting individual's differences or beliefs.

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Words Starting With

NNANAM

Words Ending With

GNGING

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