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| While '''Dick''' is a time-honoured contraction of the name '''Richard''', it is also an euphemism for ], and in modern times it is frequently used as an insult. | While '''Dick''' is a time-honoured contraction of the name '''Richard''', it is also an euphemism for ], and in modern times it is frequently used as an insult. | ||
| A contemptible or stupid person is often referred to as a ']', although usually not in their hearing! | |||
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| '''Dick''' is also a ] term used to refer to a ] or ]. It is a shortened form of ''detective''. | '''Dick''' is also a ] term used to refer to a ] or ]. It is a shortened form of ''detective''. ], the famous ficional investigator, had that name from his profession. | ||
| ], the famous ficional ], have that name from his ]. | |||
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While Dick is a time-honoured contraction of the name Richard, it is also an euphemism for penis, and in modern times it is frequently used as an insult.
Dick is also a slang term used to refer to a private investigator or detective. It is a shortened form of detective. Dick Tracy, the famous ficional investigator, had that name from his profession.