shit-stirrer

See also: shit stirrer

English

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Etymology

From shit +‎ stirrer. Compare the verb stir shit.

Pronunciation

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Noun

shit-stirrer (plural shit-stirrers)

  1. (vulgar, slang) One who enjoys creating trouble for others by provoking controversy, for example by revealing facts that others would prefer to keep secret.
    Synonym: shit disturber
    Hyponyms: (in journalism and publishing) sensation-monger; muckraker
    Near-synonyms: shitmonger; troublemaker

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