SINCE 1828
asshole
noun
ass·hole
| \ ˈas-ˌ(h)ōl
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Definition of asshole
2a
usually vulgar
: a stupid, annoying, or detestable person
b
usually vulgar
: the least attractive or desirable part or area
—used in phrases like asshole of the world
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asshole
noun
English Language Learners Definition of asshole
US, informal + offensive
: a bad, stupid, or annoying person
See the full definition for asshole in the English Language Learners Dictionary
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