fanny
/'fæni/
Definition
- Noun:
- (Chiefly US, informal) The buttocks: The word "fanny" is an informal, often humorous term for the human buttocks.
- (Chiefly UK, vulgar slang) The female external genitals: In British English, "fanny" is a vulgar slang term for the female genitalia.
Usage
- The meaning of "fanny" differs significantly between American and British English. It is crucial to be aware of this difference to avoid causing offense or confusion.
- In American English, it is a mild, informal term often used with children (e.g., "Sit on your fanny").
- In British English, it is a coarse slang term and is considered offensive in polite conversation.
Examples
- Noun (US usage):
- He slipped on the ice and landed right on his fanny.
- You've been sitting on your fanny all day; it's time to get some exercise.
- Noun (UK usage - provided for awareness, use with extreme caution):
- (Vulgar) The word is considered highly offensive in this context.
Advanced Usage
- "fanny pack" (US) / "bum bag" (UK): A small pouch worn on a belt around the waist. Note: This compound term is common in American English but the object is almost never called a "fanny pack" in the UK due to the different meaning of "fanny"; "bum bag" is used instead.
- She kept her keys and phone in her fanny pack while hiking.
Variants and Related Words
- Fanny pack (n): (US) A small bag worn around the waist.
- Bum bag (n): (UK) The equivalent term for a fanny pack.
Synonyms
- For US meaning (buttocks): behind, bottom, butt, rear, seat, backside, derrière.
- For UK meaning (vulgar): (This is a direct vulgar synonym; listing other vulgar terms is not appropriate for this entry.)
Phrasal Verbs / Common Phrases
- (US) To sit on one's fanny: To be idle or lazy.
- Stop sitting on your fanny and help us clean up!
Important Note
- Due to the stark difference in meaning between dialects, learners should use this word with great caution. In international contexts, it is generally advisable to avoid using "fanny" altogether and choose a more neutral synonym like "backside" (for buttocks).
Noun
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external female sex organs
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in England `fanny' is vulgar slang for female genitals
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the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
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he deserves a good kick in the butt
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are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?
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