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Definition of Dysphemia
1. Noun. A speech impediment characterized by stammering or stuttering usually resulting from emotional or psychological causes. ¹
2. Noun. (obsolete) The replacement of a word or phrase with a more vulgar or offensive substitute. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Dysphemia
1. Disordered phonation, articulation, or hearing due to emotional or mental deficits. Origin: dys-+ G. Pheme, speech (05 Mar 2000)