👉 The term "awunctive" in the context of linguistics refers to a linguistic phenomenon where a speaker deliberately avoids using certain words or phrases when speaking, often to avoid offending someone. This can be used to describe how speakers might choose not to use certain words or phrases as part of their speech, making it difficult for others to understand their intended meaning. For example, if a speaker is avoiding using the word "cat" in a conversation, they might say "Cat's meow," which
