Erse

Erse

ERSE ɛrs
Noun

Bum.

Example Sentences

"Sit doon on yer erse."
"Yer erse is oot the windae!"

Etymology & History

Scottish pronunciation of "arse," from Old English "ærs." The "erse" form preserves medieval pronunciation and is distinctively Scottish.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
Medieval
Language
mild
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Formality
informal

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