Pardon my french...(Warning - R rated)

I can’t believe all the incredible nonsense put forward in regard to ‘bloody.’ “Shag” getting such a large response off-topic to boot.

I was in England some years ago and asked an English charwoman (maid/janitor/cleaner) about the word and was told that it was considered vulgar because “it refers to me menses, sair.” After several further inquiries (involving much down-ward turned eyes and blushing) this was easily confirmed.

“Bloody” refers to a woman’s period. Period. Why the fuss? That the Brits would be discmofitted is nae surprise. Americans? Grow up.

I think the members were having a little fun. I suppose you would like the last bloody word on the subject.


There is no course of life so weak and sottish as that which is managed by order, method, and discipline. -Montaigne