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asses

Pronunciation: [ˈæsɪz]

Word

Learn how to use asses in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “animals”

(noun) asses are a type of animal that is like a donkey. They are known for being strong and stubborn, and people often use them as working animals.

Example

The farmer has several asses that help him carry heavy loads.

Example

He didn't want to buy a car; instead, he preferred to use his asses for transportation.

Example

Do you think asses are good animals for farm work?

Context: “slang, body parts”

(noun) asses is a slang term for people's buttocks. It is often used informally to talk about that part of the body, especially in a playful or casual way.

Example

They laughed at the funny picture of a cat sitting on its owner's asses.

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She was embarrassed and didn’t want anyone to look at her asses while she was changing.

Example

Why do you think people often make jokes about asses?

Context: “informal language”

(verb) to asses means to evaluate or judge something. It’s like when you look at something closely to understand it better.

Example

The teacher will asses the students’ projects to give them feedback.

Example

He didn’t asses the situation properly and ended up making a mistake.

Example

How do you plan to asses the quality of your work?

How to pronounce asses

Pronunciation: [ˈæsɪz]

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