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Synonyms for

Arse

/ ɑ:rs / Another word for arse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

nates keister posterior bum fanny behind prat tail buttocks tush can backside bunghole hindquarters seat buns arsehole rear rump stern tooshie derriere hindend tailend bottom

Synonyms by register

Formal

buttocks posterior hindquarters

Informal

butt ass bottom bum rear

Literary

rump haunches

Antonyms

head top front face forehead brow

Common collocations

  • kick his arse
  • pain in the arse
  • arse about
  • arse over teakettle
  • wipe his arse
  • my arse
  • up your arse

Word family

noun arse
adjective arsed

Usage note

Arse is a vulgar and offensive term for the buttocks, primarily used in British English. Its American English equivalent is 'ass', which is also considered vulgar but more common.

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