"I've never heard it called that before" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: The word "it" refers to a sex act, bodily organ, etc. for which the speaker's phrase might be construed as a euphemism. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase|head=I've never heard it called that before}} I've never heard it called that before
  1. (informal) Used to draw attention to a possible, and usually unintentional, double entendre in the immediately preceding utterance of another speaker. Tags: informal Synonyms: is that what the kids are calling it these days Related terms: that's what she said
    Sense id: en-I've_never_heard_it_called_that_before-en-phrase-NbeUy3e8 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English sentences, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
     
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