quim
Americannoun
noun
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What does quim mean? Quim is a vulgar slang term variously meaning “vagina,” “vulva,” “a woman as a sexual object,” or “a contemptible person.”While the term is mostly considered antiquated, it’s still very offensive to refer to a person, especially a woman, using quim.
Etymology
Origin of quim
First recorded in 1725–35; origin obscure
Example Sentences
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After thanking the speakers, I said to the audience, “Today we witnessed a rare event, a partial eclipse of the sun; however, that Quim and David agree for the first time is even more remarkable.”
From Scientific American
Among the targeted individuals were at least three European lawmakers representing Catalan separatist parties, members of two prominent pro-independence civil society groups, their lawyers and elected officials at various levels, including three former regional presidents, including Quim Torra while he was holding office.
From Seattle Times
After years of scant dialogue between Catalonia’s leaders and Spain’s then ruling conservatives, Sánchez met with Aragonès’ predecessor, Quim Torra, in February 2020 in Madrid.
From Seattle Times
Separatist leader Quim Torra, who was banned from holding public office after refusing to take down a pro-independence symbol from a government building, had refused to join the prime minister's announcement, describing it as an act of "propaganda".
From BBC
Feb. 6, 2020 - Sanchez meets pro-independence regional leader Quim Torra to start wider negotiations with the region.
From Reuters
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