fart

word

/ˈfɑɹt/
fart
/fˈɑːt/
faht

Definition

As a noun, it means gas released from the body through the anus. As a verb, it means to release that gas; it is an informal and slightly rude everyday word.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal and often childish or humorous, but it can sound rude depending on the situation. In polite contexts, people often say 'pass gas' or 'break wind' instead. Common patterns: 'fart loudly', 'silent fart', 'fart joke'. It can also be used as an insult in British English for a silly or annoying person, though that use is less common.

Example Sentences

The baby farted and started to laugh.

basic

I think the dog farted in the car.

basic

That fart smelled really bad.

basic

Whoever farted, please open a window.

natural

He tried to cough so no one would hear him fart.

natural

We were trying to be serious, and then Mike farted.

natural