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Definition of asshat

asshat

adjective

  • pejorative metaphoric adjective; refers to those who have their heads up their asses - metaphorically speaking; as in short sighted, dimwitted or asinine or self-absorbed persons

    "That selfish asshat doesn't give a damn about anyone but himself."

    Originally submitted by Fireox from Gloucester, Gloucester Courthouse, VA, USA on Jun 17 2011.  (Edit this definition.)

noun

  • general derogatory term for a person; "idiot"; "moron"; "loser".
    To resolve Google's penalty against this site, the following citation has been removed: "The Rocker in the Rinse Cycle", Bones (TV), Season 5 Episode 19

    Originally submitted by Anonymous on Sep 07 2004.  (Edit this definition.)

  • a person who behaves in an offensive, pompous manner; "jerk".
    To resolve Google's penalty against this site, the following citation has been removed: "He's Dead, She's Dead", Castle (TV, 2010), Season 3 Episode 2
    To resolve Google's penalty against this site, the following citation has been removed: "Pilot", Reaper (TV, 2007), Season 1 Episode 1

    Originally submitted by Sam on Jun 25 2008.  (Edit this definition.)

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