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Asian English
Eve teasing
Used when discussing inappropriate behavior towards women in public spaces.
Literal Meaning
The first woman, according to the Bible" - "The act of making fun of or attempting to provoke in a playful way
Actual Meaning
Indian English euphemism for sexual harassment in public
Examples in Context

In many cities, eve teasing has become a serious issue that needs more attention.

She spoke out against eve teasing, highlighting the importance of public safety for women.

Eve teasing is a serious problem

Anti-eve teasing laws

After a recent incident, the community held a meeting to discuss ways to combat eve teasing.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Recognize that while this term is commonly used in India, it may not translate well to other cultures or places.
  • 2Widely criticized for minimizing harassment
  • 3Be aware that discussions around 'eve teasing' often relate to women's safety and societal attitudes towards harassment.
  • 4Understand that 'eve teasing' is a euphemism that can downplay the severity of the harassment.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
sexual harassment
public harassment
street harassment
gender-based harassment
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