Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asses
Noun
/ˈæs.ɪz/
Definition
The plural form of ‘ass’, referring to a donkey or used informally to describe foolish or incompetent people.
Examples
- Many people believe that only a few asses would fall for that trick.
- In the story, the cruel farmer mistreated his asses.
Meaning
In this context, ‘asses’ typically refers to individuals who are perceived as silly or foolish. It can also denote the animals (donkeys).
Synonyms
- Fools
- Idiots
- Dunces
- Donkeys