A sycophant or brown-noser
Arse-licker
A sycophant or brown-noser
Example Sentences
"He's such an arse-licker to the boss."
"Stop being an arse-licker!"
"That arse-licker will do anything for a promotion."
Etymology & History
From verb 'arse-lick' + '-er' suffix. First recorded in 1951. Offensive term for someone who is obsequiously flattering.
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
Informal
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