Tosser
Meaning: British insult meaning an objectionable person; derived from masturbation.
'Tosser' is a British insult—someone contemptible or annoying. From 'tossing off' (masturbating). Like 'wanker' but slightly milder. Common insult for arrogant or annoying people.
Examples
- He's such a tosser. 他真是个讨厌鬼。Es un capullo.あいつは本当に嫌なやつだ。그 사람 정말 나쁜 놈이야.
- What a complete tosser. 真是个十足的混蛋。Menudo capullo.なんて完全な嫌なやつだ。완전 쓰레기 같은 놈이네.
- Don't be a tosser. 别当混蛋。No seas capullo.嫌なやつになるなよ。나쁜 놈이 되지 마.
Pronunciation
/ˈtɒsə/
Usage Guide
Context: insults, contempt
Tone: insulting, contemptuous
✓ Do Say
- Tosser混蛋capullo嫌なやつ나쁜 놈
- Complete tosser十足的混蛋capullo integral完全な嫌なやつ완전한 나쁜 놈
✗ Don't Say
- Vulgar—avoid in formal settings粗俗——正式场合避免使用Vulgar — evitar en contextos formales下品——フォーマルな場面では避けること저속한 어원
- Offensive insult攻击性侮辱Insulto ofensivo攻撃的な侮辱점잖지 않은 표현
Common Mistakes
- Similar to wanker but slightly milder
- British/Australian
Origin & History
From 'toss off' (masturbate). Similar to 'wanker'—implying someone who does nothing useful. Commonly used for arrogant, selfish, or annoying people.
Etymology: From toss off (masturbate)
First recorded: Mid-20th century
Cultural Context
Era: Mid-20th century onwards
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Pop culture: British media
Regional notes: British/Australian.
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