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Fanny
Informal
Examples
She slipped on the wet floor and landed right on her fanny.
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a woman's vagina
Slang
Vulgar
What is the origin of the term "fanny" and how is it used?
Fanny is a slang term that appeared in English in the 19th century to refer to a woman's vagina. Its origin is uncertain, but it may come from a diminutive of the name "Frances" or from older English slang for a front or private part. Historically, it was informal and mildly crude, often used in playful or joking contexts. Today, it remains colloquial, though in American English it is mildly vulgar, while in British English it is more strongly sexualized and can be considered offensive in polite conversation.
Examples
Do n't touch my fanny, idiot.
