arse

arse · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    **(British, vulgar)** The buttocks or bottom.

  2. 2.

    **(British, vulgar)** A stupid or contemptible person.

Forms

plural: arses

Phrases & expressions

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    arse about/around — Behave foolishly; waste time.
  • •
    arse over tit — Fall head over heels.
  • •
    can't be arsed — Can't be bothered.
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    make an arse of oneself — Embarrass oneself.
  • •
    pain in the arse — An annoying person or thing.
  • •
    kiss someone's arse — Flatter someone excessively.

Related words

See also: arsehole, ass, bottom
Synonyms: backside, bottom, buttocks, rear

Etymology

From Old English ears, from Proto-Germanic arsaz. The American English equivalent is "ass."