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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