What does coprolalia mean?
What is coprolalia?
Uncontrolled or obsessive use of language, mostly vulgar in nature, in reference to scat practices. To speak about poop, in a constant erotic sense, without concern or inhibition in any setting, an uncontrollable urge that can occur at any time.
Definition
The obsession of such language, ( scatological language ) is believed to indicate a possible mental disorder. Usually use of such foul language or obsession, has been associated with having Tourette's Syndrome.
Should be noted, that Coprolalia, when associated with Tourette's Syndrome, is not a common occurrence of that illness. About 10% of those suffering from Tourette's, exhibit Coprolalia.
Copra comes from the Greek word kopros meaning feces, or poop, and lalia meaning to babble, ramble.