"The S*n" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Forms: the S*n [alternative]
Etymology: From the name of the UK newspaper The Sun, implying that even referring to it by name is offensive. Used particularly in Liverpool since shortly after the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, which The Sun falsely attributed to hooliganism by Liverpool FC fans. Head templates: {{en-prop|head=The S*n}} The S*n
  1. (UK, especially Liverpool, sometimes humorous, derogatory) Censored spelling of the Sun; a British tabloid newspaper. Wikipedia link: Hillsborough disaster, Liverpool FC, The Sun (United Kingdom) Tags: UK, derogatory, humorous, sometimes Categories (topical): Newspapers

Alternative forms

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