1. plural of curse; words expressing anger or annoyance, often considered profane
2. plural of curse; supernatural spells intended to cause harm or misfortune

1. third person singular present of curse; uses profane language
2. third person singular present of curse; invokes supernatural harm upon someone

Examples

• The sailor muttered curses under his breath when he dropped his tools.
• Ancient curses were believed to protect the pharaoh’s tomb.
• She curses whenever she stubs her toe on the coffee table.
• The witch curses anyone who enters her forest uninvited.
• His curses echoed through the empty garage.
• The book contained powerful curses written in an ancient language.
• He never curses in front of his grandmother.