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Bum-fucker
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a contemptible or despicable person
Offensive
Slang
Vulgar
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
bum-fuckers
What is the origin of the term "bum-fucker" and how is it used?
"Bum-fucker" is a vulgar slang term that appeared in English in the 20th century, used as a harsh insult for a contemptible, despicable, or obnoxious person. The term combines "bum," meaning buttocks, with a crude sexual verb to intensify disrespect and ridicule. It is primarily used in informal, aggressive, or hostile contexts, such as arguments, insults, or crude humor. The term is highly derogatory, vulgar, and offensive, never neutral, and meant to express strong contempt.
Examples
That bum-fucker sold me a car with a blown engine.
