douchebag

American

[doosh-bag] / ˈduʃˌbæg /

Or douche bag

noun

a small syringe having detachable nozzles for fluid injections, used chiefly for vaginal lavage and for enemas.
Also called douche. Slang: Vulgar. a contemptible or despicable person.

Usage

What else does douchebag mean? A douchebag is a slang insult for an obnoxious, entitled jerk.

Etymology

Origin of douchebag

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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Bateman wants so badly to be the prototypical capitalist douchebag, but he’s getting worse and worse at faking the human part.

From The Guardian • Apr. 14, 2020

Well, in “Predator” I was playing kind of a douchebag, but I’m honored to be presented with roles that reflect some kind of moral consciousness.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2019

Xander Berkley's annoying husband character is called Stuart, furthering my theory that the name "Stuart" is rapidly becoming a shorthand for "douchebag" in film.

From The Guardian • Jul. 19, 2013

Because of his patriotism and devotion and selfless heroism, Gerard Butler has made it impossible to anyone to call him a douchebag ever again.

From The Guardian • Jan. 31, 2013

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