asses

n. more than one donkey.

n. plural of the mammal Equus africanus asinus; used primarily in zoological or biblical contexts.

“The farmer used two asses to carry the heavy bags of grain up the hill.”

“Historically, wild asses were prized for their endurance in arid climates where horses often struggled to survive.”

n. a person's bottom or backside.

n. plural of the anatomical term for the buttocks.

“They sat on their asses all day watching television instead of working.”

“The coach told the players to get off their asses and start the warm-up drills immediately.”

Informal · American English · Vulgar

n. people who act in a very stupid or annoying way.

n. plural of the pejorative term for a foolish, stubborn, or contemptible person.

“Don't listen to them; they are just being asses because they are jealous.”

“The manager's arrogant behavior made him look like one of those pompous asses who refuses to admit a mistake.”

Informal