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tits

n. C / U
C2 Proficiency US //ˈtɪts// UK //tˈɪts// tits Slang Vulgar

n. a rude or very informal word for a woman's breasts. It is also used in British slang to describe something that is excellent or perfect.

n. a vulgar or highly informal term for the female breasts. In specific British idiomatic usage, it functions as a superlative to indicate high quality or success.


SIMPLE

The new sound system is the absolute tits.

CONTEXTUAL

He got into trouble for using the word tits during a formal presentation at the office.

COMPLEX

While the term is primarily anatomical and considered offensive in polite company, its idiomatic use in phrases like 'the tits' serves as a high-register marker of approval in certain subcultures.

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Usage

Usually plural when referring to anatomy. The singular form is also used as a derogatory term for a foolish person in British English.

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