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bastards

The correct spelling is bastards.

How to pronounce bastards

noun

Say it like: Bas-tar-ds

The correct spelling is bastards. A person who was born out of wedlock, and hence often considered an illegitimate descendant. For example: "Some bastard stole my car while I was helping an injured person."

Usage Examples

Some bastard stole my car while I was helping an injured person.

Get over here, you old bastard!

Poor bastard, I feel so sorry for him.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A person who was born out of wedlock, and hence often considered an illegitimate descendant.
  2. 2.A mongrel (biological cross between different breeds, groups or varieties).
  3. 3.(typically referring to a man) A contemptible, inconsiderate, overly or arrogantly rude or spiteful person.
  4. 4.A man, a fellow, a male friend.
  5. 5.(often preceded by 'poor') A person deserving of pity.

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