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" Vulgarism" (also called scurrility) derives from Latin vulgus, the "mean folk", and has carried into English its original connotations linking it with the low and coarse motivations that were supposed to be naturally endemic to the meaner classes, who were not moved by higher motives like fame for posterity and honor among peers—motives that were alleged to move the literate classes. Thus the concept of vulgarism carries cultural freight from the outset, and from some social and religious perspectives it does not genuinely exist, or—and perhaps this amounts to the same thing— ought not to exist. In Medieval times, "vulgar" referred to texts written in a vernacular instead of Latin, which was the standard language of literature, science, and theology at the time. During Late Antiquity "vulgar Latin" was used to refer to the vernacular dialects that sprang from Latin across the Roman Empire—the predecessors of the modern Romance languages. The major step in the liberation of academia from Latin was the Protestant Reformation which advocated giving Mass and reading from the Bible in vulgar languages. Following in the footsteps of the Reformation, some proponents of the scientific revolution began to establish the precedent for writing in vulgar. However, as understanding of one or more the classical languages had been a commonality among the educated in the Western World, this switch to the vulgar also had the effect of limiting the accessibility of texts. Scholars who did not share the native language of the author would have had access to the work had it been produced in one of the "universal" classical languages. Texts were just too expensive to produce in more than one language (with the exception of the Bible, since it was virtually guaranteed to sell). In effect, this ironically limited the spread of knowledge among the wider world of scholars, while marginally increasing the spread of knowledge among the uneducated in the authors' home country who shared use of the vulgar but often could not read it. It was not until wide-spread literacy, mass-produced print, and easy translation came about many years later that the vernacular became instrumental in the general spread of knowledge. Although most dictionaries offer "obscene word or language" as a definition for vulgarism, others have insisted that a vulgarism in English usage is different from either profanity or obscenity, cultural concepts which connote offenses against a deity and the community respectively. One kind of vulgarism, defined by the OED as "a colloquialism of a low or unrefined character," substitutes a coarse word where the context might lead the reader to expect a more refined expression "the tits on Botticelli's Venus" is a vulgarism.
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1. Three Unknown Heroes Of The Twentieth Century: Ludwig von Mises, Henry Hazlitt, and Murray Rothbard
November 01, 2009
"True courage is not the brutal force of vulgar heroes, but the firm resolve of virtue and reason." ~Alfred North Whitehead When I went to college I stayed away from economics. I don't know if I was aware of Carlyle's description of Economics as "the dismal science" at the time, but I certainly would have agreed with it. I never studied it. I just knew it to be dreary and boring and had no interest in it. If I had taken it, I wonder if I would have heard of three heroes of mine: three men who sacrificed their careers for moral integrity and liberty. I suspect that if I had taken economi... (read more)
Author: David Singhiser
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2. How to Use and Enjoy the Tenga Flip Hole
October 30, 2009
Learning how to use the Tenga Flip Hole is a no-brainer. If you are still not in the loop, the so-called Flip Hole is a novel and highly innovative male masturbator created by Tenga. It is touted as a superior sex toy that can provide the ultimate pleasure for men. However, its construction eliminates the vulgar concepts developed by most sex toys manufacturers. And to make it easier for you, the developers of the device created an exclusive Tenga video to explain what the product is and how you can use it properly.
To use the Tenga Flip Hole, you begin by taking the device from its... (read more)
Author: Clint Jhonson
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3. Nasal Snoring - Find Out What Causes This Very Common Disorder and How You Stop It
November 01, 2009
Snoring is not only an annoying vulgar noise made by someone while they sleep, but its also troublesome. Studies show that shockingly more than 35% of the population suffers from this condition. There are many different types of snoring ranging from mild snoring to severe snoring and even sleep apnea. It probably won't surprise you that snoring is more common among men because of their narrower throats, they suffer more from the condition than say women.
However, it not just men and woman that can be effected by snoring - oh no! Surprisingly children can be effected by the disorder. On av... (read more)
Author: Lewis ONeill
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4. Canvas print - Anything is possible
October 27, 2009
What is Canvas? The word canvas originated from cannapaceus, a Vulgar Latin word that means made of hemp. From this, canevaz, a 13th century Anglo-French word and canevas, an Old-French word, were derived. These were the inspiration for the current form of canvas was drawn.
Canvas is made of durable plain-woven textile. This is popularly used in making tents, backpacks, sails and the likes. This can be trusted because of its sturdiness. You can also find such material on painting surfaces, shoes and women’s handbags. The modern kinds of canvas are now made out of cotton wherein the weave ... (read more)
Author: David Williams
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5. How Your Reception Office can Impress Today, and Still Impress Tomorrow
October 27, 2009
Your brand image is everything, and you want that to be backed up by a good first impression of the lay-out and apparent efficiency of your office. Not ostentatious to the point of being vulgar, and not so expensive-looking as to give the impression of profligacy. Potential customers like neither of these things. You must try to make sure that the physical impression you give represents the ideals and image which your company is trying to give: that it reflects your brand image.
If your company is dynamic, positive, forward thinking and vibrant, then the decor and general surroundings ne... (read more)
Author: Margaret Winfrey
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6. "How do I get RID of my acne problem!!"
October 26, 2009
Like a good many people I have been the victim of acne vulgaris (what an appropriate name for such a vulgar disease) the medical term for pimples.
My acne problem has made me aggravated, made me cry, and made me angry. Thousands of people each year are afflicted by an acne problem, and their acne problem makes recluses out of way too many teenagers and even adults.
Your acne problem is caused when your pores get clogged and the fatty material made by the sebaceous gland accumulates, and a "bump" appears under the skin-or perhaps a whitehead or a blackhead (a comedone).
Blackh... (read more)
Author: jsolution jsolutions006
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7. How do I get RID of my acne problem
October 14, 2009
Like a good many people I have been the victim of acne vulgaris (what an appropriate name for such a vulgar disease) the medical term for pimples.
My acne problem has made me aggravated, made me cry, and made me angry. Thousands of people each year are afflicted by an acne problem, and their acne problem makes recluses out of way too many teenagers and even adults.
Your acne problem is caused when your pores get clogged and the fatty material made by the sebaceous gland accumulates, and a "bump" appears under the skin-or perhaps a whitehead or a blackhead (a comedone).
Blackh... (read more)
Author: vikashsurat sharma
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8. Givenchy Cologne, 5 Things You Must Know Before Buying
October 12, 2009
1. Luxurious Fragrance Givenchy cologne is known for its luxurious aromatic woodsy scent combined with hints of spice and floral. It is different from other men's cologne as it possesses an intense fragrance that will certainly turn heads but it is not vulgar in any way. This cologne is very pleasant to the senses but definitely not overwhelming. Many women find Givenchy cologne very sexy. Avid fans of this collection have remained loyal despite the fact that many other designer brands are now available in the market. Givenchy cologne evidently combines sophistication and modernity.... (read more)
Author: Jon David
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9. How To Go About Writing A Funny Wedding Speech
October 11, 2009
There are several ways to go about writing a wedding speech. While some prefer to keep it sentimental and heart-warming, others opt to deliver a funny wedding speech. It can depend on the role you have and what type of a person the bride or groom is. However, adding some humor can be beneficial considering the event.
The number one thing you have to keep in mind when writing a funny wedding speech is to keep it clean. You have to remember it is a family event with kids in the audience. Do not include any vulgar words or inappropriate stories within the speech. There is nothing wrong... (read more)
Author: Schumy Cumi
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10. Customized Corporate Gifts - Simple Tips
October 04, 2009
It has been the trend in businesses today to give out customized corporate gifts as a sign of saying thank you or as holiday gifts. This is one marketing strategy that you can use to give exposure to your business without being obvious about it. It’s not too vulgar and therefore, it will never be perceived as a promotional item but instead as a gift. Do away with giving out mugs or shirts with the name of the company imprinted on it. This is a big no-no! Be creative and make sure that the recipient of the customized corporate gift will definitely feel the sincerity of the giver which is your ... (read more)
Author: Sachin K Airan
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11. How To Give The Perfect Best Man Speech
September 30, 2009
So you're going to a wedding and you have to make a speech, but you sure as hell know that you don't want it to be a boring old speech like you know every one else's is going to be like. You want people to remember your speech and rightly so. It doesn't matter if you're the father of the bride, the best man or just a friend wishing the lucky couple well, making a memorable speech and making people laugh will add something to their wedding day.
Funny and vulgar are two different things. A lot of people, especially men tend to think that to be funny you have to be vulgar and rude and embarras... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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12. Rediscovering Chapbooks
September 24, 2009
In the 1600's most cultured socialites considered chapbooks vulgar. These 'flimsy' booklets were often sold in less than reputable establishments and contained a variety of less than quality poetry, stories, ballads and political dissent. Often filled with spelling mistakes, factual blunders and little in the way of quality assurance these chapbooks often connected with the uncultured alone.
Today you will find several colleges that are working to collect copies of aging chapbooks. International universities have collections of hundred and even thousands of these manuscripts.
What ar... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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13. Competition, Jealousy And Goals
September 23, 2009
Naturally some of us are more competitive than others, but the vast majority of us have a good degree of competition hardwired into us. If you think you are not competitive in the least, ask yourself: have you ever felt a twinge of desire, jealousy or envy when looking at another person's accomplishments or lifestyle? If you said yes, you are competitive otherwise you wouldn't care what others have.
Now before I offend anyone let me make it clear that I am not equating healthy desire or competition with vulgar jealousy. There's a fine line between unhealthy jealousy and a competitive spir... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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14. Adult sexy halloween costumes for a naughty streak
September 17, 2009
Halloween is the time to party and enjoy. Men and women like to dress up in various costumes and attract attention. What better way to attract attention than to wear sexy costumes. These can be revealing without being too prominently noticed. The dress should be sexy and make them look smart. It should be unique and beautiful to look at. The whole effect should be carefully planned so that it is not vulgar but has a naughty streak in it. In this manner women and girls can wear sexy costumes and show more of the skin than would otherwise be permissible and give a naughty look to the costume. ... (read more)
Author: jack jackson
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15. Manolo Blahnik Heels and loved by many women
September 03, 2009
Manolo Blahnik doesn't think shoes are significant. "I hate these platforms that are all over the place today - they're all about grabbing attention. I never do a platform. Well, I did, in the 70s, but that was a bad experience." He explained to America's Financial Times newspaper : "There are just too many shoes now. I tell the children, my students, 'Don't do shoes! Do hats!' And the shoes are so strange, so vulgar. "SEX and the City" fans love Manolo Blahnik, but is the feeling mutual? Asked by humorist Amy Sedaris in Bergdorf Goodman magazine how Carrie Bradshaw ended up wearing his... (read more)
Author: Andy Roman
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16. How do you feel about money?
August 27, 2009
The recession is teaching us all some hard new lessons about respecting money. We all know that the love of money is the root of all evil. Yet we think of it as unclean: o We call it filthy lucre, o Too much of it means you are stinking rich o Too little and you are dirt poor. We don’t talk about money openly and we treat it as if it is a vulgar subject. We routinely ask strangers what they do for a living, but would never dream of asking how much they earn. And that applies equally to family and close friends. It’s not always like that Some cultures feel differently about mone... (read more)
Author: glen loyd
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17. Credit Card Debt Collection - Encounter to Survive
July 31, 2009
Credit card debt collection is often viewed as a frightening experience. This is because there are unscrupulous people in the business and others who are not properly trained. However, you need not be fearful of these people because the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act affords you many protections which you need to be aware of. By knowing your rights under this powerful piece of legislation, you can survive the encounter with a debt collector.
You have the right to be informed that the company is in fact a debt collector and that any information obtained from you will be for the purpose... (read more)
Author: cecilia holmes
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18. Be Nice to other Players Online
July 22, 2009
You may not be sitting face to face with the other players, but that doesn’t mean that you can forget everything you were ever taught about being polite. Nobody likes a bully or a foul mouth, whether it is in person or when you want to enjoy yourself online. The best online casinos will have rules of etiquette that have to be followed, or you won’t be allowed to play.
Besides being a bully or abusing the online chat room with vulgar language, let’s take a look at some other niceties you should adhere to. It is your obligation to learn how to play the game. Whether you want to play poker, ... (read more)
Author: Simon Skinner
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19. Vulgar Pochette Accessoires & Prolific Takashi Murakami
May 19, 2009
It is a classic of Louis Vuitton limited-edition handbags. Its designer is a prolific Japanese artist, “100 Most Influential People”, Takashi Murakami. Well, it shocks me for so many glaring titles. Nevertheless, I should be honest as a luxury aficionado; I do not like Pochette Accessoires.
I cannot see Pochette Accessoires is an amalgam of Western culture as well as Japan in the form of Kaikai Kiki and GEISAI. The four-leaf flowers, the combination of initial letter, the golden brass pieces, or the textureless shoulder strap, anywhere is funky?
Take my first glance at it, an idea p... (read more)
Author: Tommy Martin
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20. Louis Vuitton Passion--What Wrong with Louis Vuitton?
May 19, 2009
This Valentine’s Day Louis Vuitton’s jewellery collection “Passion” is really disappointing. Even though it seems romantic and luxurious to others, I consider it vulgar and dull. The four pieces collection, including a heart link bracelet, a necklace with gold-colored hearts strong on a rich red ribbon, clip earrings and a ring was mean to bearing the message of forever love, but it turned out to cause the opposite effect.
The collection prized more then $1200 in such downturn of economy, and it is nothing but a merely pile of heart shapes. More ironically, the collection is dubbed “PASS... (read more)
Author: Tommy Martin
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21. Pocket Pussy - The Panacea to Many Issues
March 25, 2009
The word "pussy" often suggests to the female genitalia. However the phrase ‘pocket pussy’ is taken in context of sexual intercourse itself. Most dictionaries mark the anatomical meaning as "vulgar" or "offensive" and its use is frowned upon in polite company. Pocket Pussy are specifically designed for self pleasure that can make your lonely moment most exciting.
Pocket Pussy plays an important part in prophylaxis of all sorts of stationary event, which are the basis of illness of prostate and adenoma of the prostate gland and others. These kinds of stationary occurrences lead to the irr... (read more)
Author: Robotic Blow
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22. Greatest Common Factor : Finding Made Easy - Lucid Explanation of an Efficient Method With Examples
March 08, 2009
In Elementary Number Theory, it is significant to find the largest positive integer that divides two or more numbers without remainder. For example it is useful for reducing vulgar fractions to be in lowest terms. To see an example, to reduce 203?377 to lowest terms, we need to know that 29 is the largest positive integer that divides 203 and 377. Then, we can write 203?377 = (7)(29)?(13)(29) = 7?13. How do we find that 29 is the largest integer that commonly divides 203 and 377 ? One way is by determining the prime factorizations of the two numbers and comparing facto... (read more)
Author: kv ln
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23. Online Flash Games For Gown-up Kids
March 06, 2009
www.adultxxxgamer.com How to Find the Best Free Hentai Games www.gosexgames.com Did You Know Porn Has Found A Way Into Online Flash Games? www.adultxxxgamer.com ">If you are searching for online flash games for matures, you can surf the internet. If you hunt for adult games on Google, most of links direct to vulgar and sexually explicit games. Though a few of the games may seem "funny", most of those games can only be valued by perverts.
The most evil thing is that if you open those websites to play the so-called "games", it might leave a trail of cookies on your laptop. If your ki... (read more)
Author: Tong Lin
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24. Battle Wrist Cuff: For Vulgar Display Of Glory & Power
January 23, 2009
Women are known for their love for jewelries but men are following closely behind. Today, there is "equal distribution" for all kind of jewelries between men and women. As a matter of fact, there are now several jewelry items that are made just for the male species and they have their own distinct style and they range from earrings, necklaces, cuffs and bracelet for men. A man with a battle wrist cuff displays vulgar power and glory. Just try to imagine a weakling wearing a jewelry item like this, don't you think he looks, oh, so powerful?
Everywhere you are, there are a handful of men w... (read more)
Author: Bernard Steimann
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25. No Tattoos At School
January 13, 2009
Okay, I will admit I’m a little perturb this morning. I read an article this morning stating that a school is having a board meeting sometime this week regarding making a policy about their students HAVING to cover up their tattoos. However, there is some sweet justice to this it seems that the principle of the school doesn’t necessarily have a problem with his students having these tattoos, as long as they are not vulgar or obscene images. He stated that the decision for his students to have tattoos are up to the student and their parents not him. It was stated in this article that tattoos ca... (read more)
Author: Ashley Ford
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