My daughter and I were having a conversation related to her school work. It started with the word "ass" (this is a type of donkey); and here in-lies the heart of the matter - perversion.
Since word do mean something let's start with the definition of profanity. Profanity: noun, the quality of being profane (I hate, err - dislike these types of definition where the word is defined with the word; anyway...), irreverence. Definition of profane? Profane: verb, characterized by irreverence or contempt for God or sacred principles or things; irreligious.
The other forms of definitions all center around holy or religious theme except number 5 - "common or vulgar".
As I searched for the definition of this word I found myself asking, "Is "pro" a prefix? To find out I sought the definition to the word "fane". Fane: noun, a temple. Well, this is curious. If "pro" is a prefix, I already know it means to be in favor of something.
So, I look up "pro-". In addition to the common understanding of this prefix it also is used to indicate a substitution, like proconsul.
AHA! A substitution for...the original definition of course.
Back in the day (whenever that would have been) one could say the word "ass" and not give a second thought to what is being referenced. Over the course of time the meaning gets perverted. Definition? Of course.
Perversion: (we may as well just go to the word "pervert")
Pervert: verb, to lead astray morally (I think most of us expected that one), to turn away from the right course, to lead into mental error of false judgment (Hmm, a spiritual connotation? Remember, satan is the father of lies), to turn to an improper use; misapply.
So, you have to ask yourself one question. Do you want to be known as a pervert-er? Well do ya', punk?
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