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ob•lo•quy
Pronunciation: (ob'lu-kwē), [key]—
n.,
—pl. -quies.
1. censure, blame, or abusive language aimed at a person or thing, esp. by numerous persons or by the general public.
2. discredit, disgrace, or bad repute resulting from public blame, abuse, or denunciation.
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