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Pizzaface
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a person ridiculed for acne or a highly pockmarked face
Offensive
Slang
Vulgar
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
pizzafaces
What is the origin of the term "pizzaface" and how is it used?
"Pizzaface" is a slang insult that likely appeared in English in the mid-20th century, combining "pizza" with "face" to ridicule someone with acne or a highly pockmarked complexion. The metaphor likens raised pimples or scars to the uneven texture of a pizza's surface. It is used in informal, often teasing, mocking, or hostile contexts, such as schoolyard insults, casual speech, or online banter. The term is derogatory and intended to insult someone's appearance; it is never neutral.
Examples
I felt sorry for the pizzaface getting bullied.
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