Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shits

noun (plural)
/ʃɪts/
Definition
Shits is the plural form of ‘shit,’ which is a crude term referring to feces or excrement. It can also be used informally to express disdain or annoyance.
Examples
  • After the long hike, we took a break behind some trees to gather our thoughts, but all around us were the shits of various animals.
  • When I realized I had lost my wallet, I said, ‘What a load of shits!’
Meaning
The term ‘shits’ typically refers to waste material expelled from the body. In slang, it can also describe a situation or thing that is considered bad or worthless.
Synonyms
  • feces
  • excrement
  • manure
  • droppings