derriere

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The buttocks; the rear part of the human body on which one sits: "derriere" is a polite or euphemistic term for the buttocks.
Usage
  • The word "derriere" is used as a countable noun, typically in singular form. It is considered a more formal or humorous alternative to words like "butt" or "backside."
  • It is often used in contexts where one wishes to avoid cruder language, such as in fashion, comedy, or polite conversation.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • She slipped on the ice and landed squarely on her derriere.
    • The tailor carefully took measurements around the customer's derriere.
    • That chair is not very comfortable for one's derriere.
Advanced Usage
  • "to have a well-padded derriere": to have large or cushioned buttocks.
    • The sofa was designed for someone with a well-padded derriere.
  • Often used in a light-hearted or descriptive way in writing and speech.
    • The exercise promised to tone one's derriere.
Variants and Related Words
  • Posterior (n): a formal term for the buttocks.
    • The doctor examined the patient's posterior.
  • Gluteus maximus (n): the anatomical name for the large muscle of the buttock.
    • Squats are excellent for strengthening the gluteus maximus.
Synonyms
  • Buttocks: the two rounded portions of the anatomy.
  • Rear end: the back part.
  • Backside: the side or part that is at the back.
  • Seat: a euphemistic term, often humorous (e.g., "Take a seat").
  • Bottom: a common, informal term.
Related Phrases
  • A kick in the derriere: a metaphorical phrase meaning a strong motivation or reprimand.
    • Sometimes a failure is the kick in the derriere you need to succeed.
  • To save one's derriere: to avoid blame, punishment, or an embarrassing situation.
    • He told a little white lie to save his derriere.
Related Idioms
  • Pain in the derriere: an annoying or troublesome person or thing (a euphemism for "pain in the neck/butt").
    • Filling out all this paperwork is a real pain in the derriere.
Noun
  1. the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
    • he deserves a good kick in the butt
    • are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?

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