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Masshole en · NOUN

Pronunciation

• /ˈmæs.hoʊl/ (General-American)

Etymology

Blend of Massachusetts + asshole.

Meanings

1. (Canada, US, derogatory, slang) A contemptible or obnoxious person from Massachusetts.
   • God-damned Masshole trespasser who maybe ought to have his arrogant ass kicked for the hell of it. 2011, K.W. Moak, Discontinuum, →ISBN:
2. (Canada, US, derogatory, slang) A contemptible or obnoxious person from Massachusetts. ▸ Especially, an obnoxious or irresponsible automobile driver from Massachusetts.
   • This damn Masshole cut in front of my car!
   • You're a typical Massachusetts driver, known affectionately as a "Masshole." Bit of advice: Don't ever go to Ohio, or you will get arrested within five miles of the border. 2002, John Sheirer, Free Chairs, →ISBN, page 132:
3. (Canada, US, derogatory, qualifier:Massachusetts; usually self-referential; Massachusetts; usually self-referential, slang) A contemptible or obnoxious person from Massachusetts. ▸ Any resident of Massachusetts.
   • OK massholes it is pouring rain, possibly all day. It is going to be more of a pain to get out and vote.

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