Noun | Anatomical / General Insult Component
Encyclopedia of British Slang
ARSE
Noun | Mild to Moderate | Anatomical / General Insult Component
ARSE Pronunciation: /??s/ Part of Speech: Noun Severity Level: Mild to Moderate Category: Anatomical / General Insult Component
Definition
Arse refers literally to the buttocks. In slang, it appears in multiple idiomatic forms.
Common Forms
Arse about behave foolishly
Arse over tit fall awkwardly
Cant be arsed cannot be bothered
Make an arse of yourself embarrass oneself
Cultural Role
Arse is foundational in British informal speech. It anchors numerous expressions of frustration or indifference.
Example Sentences
I cant be arsed. He fell arse over tit.
Assessment
Core structural slang word. Extremely productive in phrase formation.
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