Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

billingsgate

noun

/ˈbɪlɪŋsɡeɪt/

Definition

coarsely abusive language or language containing indecent or vulgar expressions.

Examples

His angry outburst was filled with billingsgate that shocked everyone in the room.
The comedian’s use of billingsgate was both hilarious and cringeworthy at the same time.
She was known for her elegance, but when provoked, she had a talent for billingsgate.

Meaning

Billingsgate refers to a style of speech characterized by harsh, rude, and often vulgar language. The term is often used to denote offensive language or the act of verbally abusing someone.