dick
What does “dick” mean in English?
It's a slang term for penis but is often used to insult someone who is being obnoxious or annoying.
Literally “penis”
Similar to calling someone a 'prick' or 'arsehole,' it's a directed insult and can vary in tone depending on context. It can also be a nickname, so not every use is derogatory.
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Related English words
dickhead
3/5 · VulgarA dickhead is an insult for someone who's being foolish or obnoxious. Literally, it translates to 'penis head.'
dickface
3/5 · VulgarThis is a crude insult aimed at someone's character, implying they're foolish or annoying. It's a compound term that combines 'dick' and 'face' to emphasize contempt.
twat
4/5 · StrongIt's a vulgar insult used to call someone a fool or an obnoxious person. Literally, it refers to female genitalia, but that's rarely the focus in casual use.
cock
3/5 · VulgarThis is a slang term for penis and can also be used as an insult. In some contexts, it refers to a male bird, but that's not the common use here.
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The literal gloss is a short editorial translation to show word-for-word sense, not an etymological claim.
“Sounds like” is an English-friendly approximation of how the word sounds, not an authoritative pronunciation. Where shown, the romanisation is a conventional Latin-script transliteration of the original spelling.
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