noun Common

cunt

kuhnt

Cunt (noun) means a crude, highly offensive term for the vulva or female genitals.

noun

A crude, highly offensive term for the vulva or female genitals.

A vulgar insult for a person regarded as thoroughly unpleasant or contemptible; in American English usually aimed at a woman, in British/Australian/Irish usage it is thrown at either sex, often men.

"He called his ex a cunt in front of everyone at the party."

Among some speakers, especially in Britain, Australia, and Ireland, a casual and even affectionate way to address a close friend.

""Alright, you daft cunt," he laughed, clapping his mate on the back."

How to use cunt

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOne of the strongest taboo words in English — either a crude term for female genitals or (depending on the country and the speaker's tone) an extremely harsh insult or, confusingly, a term of rough affection between friends.

When to use it

Among the most offensive words in the language in most contexts; considered less shocking in some British, Irish, and Australian slang, where it can be used jokingly between friends. Avoid entirely in formal, professional, or mixed-company settings.

Word forms

cunted past tense, cunts plural, cunts singular

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Etymology

Traced to Middle English cunte, from an unrecorded Old English form going back to a Proto-Germanic root; it has close cousins in Frisian, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, and Icelandic. A link to Latin cunnus has been suggested but never proven.

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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jerk and idiot

Rhymes for cunt

hunt bunt punt runt grunt blunt shunt stunt brunt

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cunt?

"cunt" (noun) means a crude, highly offensive term for the vulva or female genitals.

What is another word for cunt?

Other words for "cunt" include jerk and idiot.

What are the different meanings of cunt?

"cunt" has 3 main meanings: 1. A crude, highly offensive term for the vulva or female genitals; 2. A vulgar insult for a person regarded as thoroughly unpleasant or contemptible; in American English usually aimed at a woman, in British/Australian/Irish usage it is thrown at either sex, often men; 3. Among some speakers, especially in Britain, Australia, and Ireland, a casual and even affectionate way to address a close friend.

How do you use cunt in a sentence?

Example: "He called his ex a cunt in front of everyone at the party."