old bag

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Definition

Noun: 1. An unpleasant, unattractive, or ill-tempered woman: A derogatory and offensive slang term used to insult a woman, often implying she is mean, disagreeable, or physically unappealing. This term is highly disrespectful.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • He complained about his neighbor, calling her a miserable old bag.
    • The character in the play was portrayed as a greedy old bag.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is almost exclusively pejorative and carries strong negative connotations about a woman's character and appearance. Its use is considered rude and sexist.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bag (noun, slang): A less common, standalone derogatory term for a woman.
  • Old bat (noun, slang): A similar derogatory term for an unpleasant older woman.
Synonyms
  • Hag
  • Crone
  • Battle-axe (slang)
  • Shrew (implies ill temper specifically)
Important Note

This term (old bag) is offensive and should be avoided in polite or respectful conversation. It is important for language learners to understand its meaning when encountered but not to use it themselves.

Noun
  1. an ugly or ill-tempered woman
    • he was romancing the old bag for her money

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