shithole
What does “shithole” mean in English?
A very unpleasant place, often used to describe a rundown or undesirable location. Literally, it's a 'hole full of excrement.'
Literally “hole full of excrement”
Similar to calling something a 'dump,' it's often used informally and can be quite demeaning, especially when referring to communities or countries.
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2/5 · CoarseA vulgar reference to the backside, specifically the buttocks.
crap
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