# arsehole

/ˈɑɹsˌhoʊɫ/ (US) · /ˈɑːsɪhˌəʊl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/arsehole
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

a very rude and offensive word for a person's bottom. It is also used to describe someone who is being very annoying or rude.

For teachers: a highly offensive term for the human anus. When applied to a person, it describes someone perceived as rude, arrogant, or unpleasant.

## Examples

- He is such an arsehole that no one wants to work with him.
- The manager was a total arsehole, constantly yelling at the staff for minor mistakes.
- While the protagonist is technically a criminal, his charm and self-awareness prevent him from being a total arsehole in the eyes of the audience.

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