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hard-ass

noun
\ ˈhärd-ˌas How to pronounce hard-ass (audio) \

Definition of hard-ass

slang, often vulgar
: a tough, demanding, or uncompromising person

Other Words from hard-ass

hard-assed \ -​ËŒast How to pronounce hard-assed (audio) \ adjective, often vulgar

First Known Use of hard-ass

1962, in the meaning defined above

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hard-ass

noun

English Language Learners Definition of hard-ass

chiefly US, informal + impolite : a very tough person who treats other people harshly

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