asshole

ass-hole · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    [vulgar]The anus.

  2. 2.

    [vulgar, slang]A contemptible, irritating, or stupid person.

Forms

plural: assholes

Related words

See also: assholes, idiot, jerk
Synonyms: anus, idiot, jerk

Etymology

Compound of "ass" (buttocks) + "hole." The figurative use as an insult emerged in American English in the early 20th century.