What tossers mean?

noun. plural tossers. Britannica Dictionary definition of TOSSER. [count] British slang. : a stupid or unpleasant person.


What does a Tossa mean?

ˈtäsə- variants or less commonly tossa. plural -s. : an annual erect branching herb (Corchorus olitorius) cultivated in Africa and tropical Asia for its mucilaginous leaves which are eaten raw or cooked and for its grayish or brown jute fiber. also : the fiber of the tossa jute.

What does sodding mean in British?

(sɒdɪŋ ) adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] Sodding is used by some people to emphasize what they are saying, especially when they are angry or annoyed. [British, informal, rude, emphasis]


What does sod off mean in the UK?

UK offensive. to go away: Oh sod off, you stupid git! She told him to sod off.

Is Bloody a cuss word in England?

“Bloody” is no longer Britain's most commonly used swear word, while the number of uttered expletives has dropped by more than a quarter in 20 years, a study has found. Bloody is a common swear word that is considered to be milder and less offensive than other, more visceral alternatives.


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What does twatt mean in England?

plural twats. slang, vulgar + offensive : a woman's sexual organs. British : a stupid or annoying person.

What is Bullocks mean in England?

chiefly British, usually vulgar : testicles.

Why do British say bloody?

Bloody. Don't worry, it's not a violent word… it has nothing to do with “blood”.”Bloody” is a common word to give more emphasis to the sentence, mostly used as an exclamation of surprise. Something may be “bloody marvellous” or “bloody awful“. Having said that, British people do sometimes use it when expressing anger…


What is a numpty in England?

The Oxford English Dictionary has launched a search to find the first recorded use in English of the word 'numpty', which means a foolish or stupid person. Since the mid-1980s, numpty has been used as a mild term of abuse in Britain.

Why do Brits say bullocks?

Bollocks or ballocks is a British English term that is from the old German word for ball. The term is vulgar and is considered a swear word. It can be an interjection that describes something as nonsense or garbage, rubbish. However, the term can also mean a male's testicles.

What are some slang words in the UK?

50 Must-Know British Slang Words and Phrases
  • Bloke. “Bloke” would be the American English equivalent of “dude.” It means a "man."
  • Lad. In the same vein as “bloke,” “lad” is used, however, for boys and younger men.
  • Bonkers. ...
  • Daft. ...
  • To leg it. ...
  • Trollied / Plastered. ...
  • Quid. ...
  • Dodgy.


Is sod an insult?

Sod's first definition is as a basic insult that you can apply to anyone who's an idiot.

What is British slang for shut up?

Synonyms of 'shut up' in British English

Just pipe down and I'll tell you what I want. hold your tongue. put a sock in it (British, slang) keep your trap shut (slang) cut the cackle (informal)

What is a slapper in Ireland?

(countable, UK, Ireland, slang) A prostitute. quotations ▼ (countable, UK, Ireland, Australia, slang) A woman of loose morals.


What does Bullocks mean in Ireland?

Bollocks (singular noun)

In Ireland, "bollocks", "ballocks" or "bollox" can be used as a singular noun to mean a despicable or notorious person, for instance: "Who's the old ballocks you were talking to?", or conversely as a very informal term of endearment.

What is the most British thing to say?

11 Bloody Brilliant British English Phrases
  1. “Fancy a cuppa?” meaning: “Would you like a cup of tea?” ...
  2. “Alright?” meaning: “Hey, how are you?” ...
  3. “I'm knackered!” meaning: “I'm tired.” ...
  4. Cheeky. meaning: playful; mischievous. ...
  5. “I'm chuffed to bits!” meaning “I'm very pleased.” ...
  6. Bloody. meaning: very. ...
  7. To bodge something. ...
  8. “I'm pissed.”


How do Brits say Z?

In short, the British pronounce “Z” as /zɛd/ (zed) whereas Americans pronounce it as /ziː/ (zee). Note that the same pronunciation is naturally used also in the plural: the plural of “Z”, denoted “Zs”, “Z's” or “z's”, is pronounced as /zɛdz/ (zedz) in the UK and /ziːz/ (zeez) in the US.


What is the British slang for girl?

'Lass' or 'lassie' is another word for 'girl'. This is mainly in the north of England and Scotland. 'Lad' is another word for boy. 'Bloke' or 'chap' means 'man'.

What do British mean by cow?

chiefly British slang, offensive : a woman who is stupid or annoying. You stupid cow!

What is a gaffer in England?

What is it? A British term for manager. It's used mainly in football and rugby, but also cricket, where Alec Stewart appropriated it.


Is Prat a swear word?

According to Oxford Dictionaries, we started using “prat” to mean idiot in 1960, but before that, it was a 16th century word for buttocks. So when you call someone a prat, you're also calling them an arse. This is another delightful description of someone who's painfully stupid.

How do you say toilet in British slang?

  1. loo (British, informal),
  2. W.C.,
  3. bog (slang),
  4. Gents or Ladies,
  5. can (US, Canadian, slang),
  6. john (slang, US, Canadian),
  7. head(s) (slang),
  8. throne (informal),


What is slang for police in England?

bobby, slang term for a member of London's Metropolitan Police derived from the name of Sir Robert Peel, who established the force in 1829. Police officers in London are also known as “peelers” for the same reason.


How do you say angry in British slang?

Here are some common slang words that we use:
  1. Mardy.
  2. Got strop on.
  3. Throwing a wobbler.
  4. Narking me off.
  5. Whinging.
  6. Doing my head in*