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ass

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of ass

a sturdy and patient domestic mammal that is used especially to carry things
  • the farm kept a few asses for hauling hay in and out of the field
Synonyms of ass

burro, donkey, jackass, moke [British slang]
Words Related to ass

jack, jennet, jenny

hinny, mule

pack animal

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