ass
nounmasculine/ˈaʒnu/low
as·no
Definition
1. A domesticated hoofed mammal of the horse family with long ears and a braying call, used as a beast of burden; a donkey. 2. (Figurative, derogatory) A stupid, foolish, or stubborn person.
The ass is a patient and hardy animal, ideal for rough terrain.
Don't be an ass, the answer is right in front of you!
Common collocations
donkey or assbray like an assstubborn as an ass
Idiomatic expressions
- make an ass of oneself (make a fool of oneself)
- stubborn as an ass (very stubborn)
Etymology
Do latim 'asinus, -i'.