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Word

tits

US/ˈtɪts/

UK/tˈɪts/

Definitions

01breasts

C2 · Proficiency Plural noun Slang · Vulgar

n. a vulgar and informal word for a woman's breasts.

n. the mammary glands of a woman. Highly informal and generally considered offensive or objectifying in professional or polite contexts.

“He made a rude comment about her tits and she walked away.”

“The tabloid was criticised for its persistent focus on the physical appearance of female celebrities, often using vulgar terms like tits in its headlines.”

Synonyms

02excellent

C2 · Proficiency American English · Slang · Vulgar

adj. very good, cool, or impressive.

adj. denoting high quality or excellence. Used predicatively, often in the phrase 'the tits'.

“That new car you bought is totally tits.”

“The concert last night was absolutely tits; I have never seen a light show that impressive in such a small venue.”

Antonyms

Real-World Examples

“I sat here, off my tits on really strong painkillers for a few days and watched all three series of Call My Agent.”
The Guardian 26 Sept 2026
“The inconspicuous great tits are also incredibly good at learning new things.”
Phys.org 21 Sept 2026

Idioms

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
Frequency
Common
Level
C2 · Proficiency
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