Teaching kids to "go potty" instead of "go to the toilet" is an example of
A) an equivocal word.
B) a relative word.
C) a euphemism.
D) jargon.

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A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing. "Go potty" is a softer, more child-friendly way of saying "go to the toilet."

Teaching Kids to "Go Potty" Instead of "Go to the Toilet