innuendo
/ˌɪnjuˈɛndoʊ/
noun
- A remark or suggestion that indirectly refers to something rude or unpleasant, often in a clever or indirect way.
- Instead of a direct accusation, he used innuendo to hint at the problem.
- She ignored his innuendo about her late arrival.
- The comedian's jokes were full of innuendo that made the adults laugh.
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