Undictionary:ergative

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English

Etymology

From the onomatopoeia Ergh!, an expression of annoyance.

Noun

ergative (uncountable)

1. (linguistics) a grammatical case that turns a noun into an expression of annoyance or frustration. This is often translated in English with the prepositional use of the word "fucking," e.g. Fucking Windows! or Fucking Patriots!.