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Bitches Meaning in English

word · lemma: bitch

/ˈbɪtʃɪz/
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/bˈɪtʃɪz/
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Definition

Plural of 'bitch'. It can mean female dogs, but in informal and offensive use it is also used as an insult for people, especially women.

Usage & Nuances

Very offensive in many contexts. The animal meaning is neutral in veterinary or breeding contexts, but for people it is usually insulting. In some slang, people may use it jokingly or reclaim it, but learners should be very careful with this word.

Example Sentences

The farmer has two bitches and three puppies.

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Those bitches are resting in the yard.

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He angrily called them bitches, and everyone went quiet.

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They were arguing so loudly, and then she called them bitches.

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In that movie, the gang keeps calling each other bitches.

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I know some friends use bitches jokingly, but it can still sound harsh.

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