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Polite term (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

euphemism

'polite term' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

This is the entire clue.

(Other definitions for euphemism that I've seen before include "sugar?" , "Mild term substituted for one less acceptable" , "Replacement for a term of abuse?" , "Harmless substitute for offensive term" , "Word used instead of something more unpleasant" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times, The Guardian and The Sunday Times.
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