Homework Help: English

Posted by Jim on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 5:01pm.

What does the word innuendo mean in this context: the air is alive with chatter and laughter and casual innuendo. None of the dictionary definitions make sense.

English - Ms. Sue, Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 5:06pm
I assume that innuendo in this context means covert sexual suggestions and flirting.
English - SraJMcGin, Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 6:06pm
The Merriam-Webster Online dictionary seems to fit:

1 a. 1 a an oblique allusion : hint insinuation especially a veiled or equivocal reflection on character or reputation b. b the use of such allusions - resorting to innuendo

Sra

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