asshole

noun ass·hole \ˈas-ˌ(h)ōl\

Definition of ASSHOLE

usually vulgar : anus

a usually vulgar : a stupid, incompetent, or detestable person

b usually vulgar : the worst place —used in phrases like asshole of the world

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14th century

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