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Dick

While Dick is a time-honoured contraction of the name Richard, it is also an euphemism for penis, and in modern times it is frequently used as an insult.

A contemptible or stupid person is often referred to as a 'dickhead', although usually not in their hearing!


Dick is also a slang term used to refer to a private investigator or detective. It is a shortened form of detective.



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