a-hole

See also: ahole, A-hole, and a**hole

English

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Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈeɪ.həʊl/
  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈeɪ.hoʊl/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

a-hole (plural a-holes)

  1. (vulgar, derogatory, offensive) Minced oath of asshole / arsehole.
    • 2021, Karen Alpert, Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be A-Holes: Unfiltered Advice on How to Raise Awesome Kids[1], Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, →ISBN, →LCCN, →OCLC, page 262:
      “Once again, Karen Alpert has done it. This book is equal parts hilarious, heartwarming, and helpful! Karen's parenting style and advice are relatable for anyone trying their best not to raise little a-holes into bigger a-holes.”

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