sborrone
What does “sborrone” mean in English?
It's an insult for someone who shows off or acts arrogantly. While it has sexual origins, it's usually used in a nonliteral way.
You'd encounter it as a direct insult, similar to calling someone a 'dickhead' in English. It's moderately strong and typically used in informal contexts.
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