Penis; also an idiot
Knob
Example Sentences
"He's a right knob."
"Stop being a knob!"
Etymology & History
British vulgar slang for penis (from knob shape), extended to insult meaning idiot. Used as insult since mid-20th century. 'Kn obhead' intensifies it. Less vulgar than direct profanity but not polite. 'What a knob!' is common British exclamation. Cross-class usage despite vulgarity.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Vulgar
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Formality
Slang
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