arse Meaning & Definition
What Does Arse Mean?
Arse is used as a noun meaning A person's buttocks; the bottom, the backside. Also: the anus; the rectum. It is also used to mean A stupid, pompous, arrogant, mean or despicable person. As a verb, it means To be silly, act stupid or mess around. As an interjection, it means An expression of frustration.
Arse at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb, interjection |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɑːs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | stern, butt and ass |
| Plural | arses |
| Verb forms | arses, arsing, arsed |
Arse Definition (Noun)
- A person's buttocks; the bottom, the backside. Also: the anus; the rectum.
- A stupid, pompous, arrogant, mean or despicable person.
- Used in similes to express something bad or unpleasant.
- A person; the self; (reflexively) oneself or one's person, chiefly their body; one's personal safety, or figuratively one's job, prospects, etc.
Arse as a Verb
- To be silly, act stupid or mess around.
Stop arsing around!
Arse as an Interjection
- An expression of frustration.
Noun
- The buttocks or more specifically, the anus.
- A stupid, mean or despicable person.
Synonyms of Arse
Antonyms of Arse
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Arse in a Sentence
Stop arsing around!
Word Forms & Grammar
arse (plural arses)
arse (third-person singular simple present arses, present participle arsing, simple past and past participle arsed)
arse
Origin of Arse
From Middle English ars, ers, from Old English ærs, ears, from Proto-West Germanic *ars, from Proto-Germanic *arsaz (compare Dutch aars and German Arsch), from Proto-Indo-European *h₁órsos (“backside, buttocks”).
How Do You Say Arse?
You say arse as //ɑːs//. It has 1 syllable.
Arse: Your Questions Answered
Is arse a noun or a verb?
Arse is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an interjection.
What is another word for arse?
Close synonyms of arse are stern, butt and ass. See the full list of arse synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of arse?
The plural of arse is arses.
What is the past tense of arse?
The past tense of arse is arsed. The present participle is arsing.