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askhole

noun

Etymology

Blend of ask + asshole.

  1. derived from arshole
  2. compounded as askhole — “ask + asshole”

Definitions

  1. A person who asks for advice but refuses to follow it.

    • An askhole is someone who asks for advice but never applies these tips for the changes they seek.
    • You might say, I'm going to be an askhole and tell you about my dilemma, and I say that I want your opinion, but don't expect me to actually go with your recommendation. Askhole conversations can be draining and unfulfilling […]

  2. A person who asks excessive or offensive questions or favors.

    • Nanny made a rude noise, crossed her arms in front of her chest, and said, “The man's a complete askhole.” […] “It's what she calls people who ask—in her opinion—stupid and pointless questions,” I explained quickly.
    • And who wants to be seen as an “askhole”— the type of person who requests huge favors from people who don't owe them anything?

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA