Slang of the Day

tight-arse

Australian English Offensive

Today: Fri, 22 Dec 2023

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Meaning:

a person who doesn't like spending money, especially on other people

For example:

  • It's not that I'm a tight-arse. I just don't have much money.

  • Bob won't buy you a drink. He's a real tight-arse, that guy.

Variety: This slang term is typically used in Australian English but may be used in other varieties of English too.

Quick Quiz

Jim's a real tight-arse, so there's no way he'll

a. pay for the food

b. help us move house

c. come to the party
a) pay for the food b) help us move house c) come to the party