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bitch·​in' | \ ˈbi-chən How to pronounce bitchin' (audio) \

Definition of bitchin'

1 slang : remarkably bad : detestable of all the bitchin' luck
2 slang : remarkably good or cool a bitchin' car

First Known Use of bitchin'

1957, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for bitchin'

probably short for sonofabitching, from son of a bitch + -ing entry 3

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“Bitchin'.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bitchin%27. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.

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