piss
[pɪs]
An insult or curse can be referred to as a piss. This word is not usually used in polite conversation.
When we talk about something that's useless or annoying, like a bad situation or a frustrating problem, we might call it a hassle or an annoyance, but if you were to use the word "piss" in this context, people would probably think you're being rude. But when we use "piss" as a verb, it means to urinate or go to the bathroom. This is its most common usage, and it's often used informally with friends or family.
How common is "piss"?
Word piss is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
(usually uncountable) Urine.
Example: This toilet is disgusting. There's piss all over the floor.
verb
To urinate.
Example: When I got home I found a drunk pissing in my doorway.
Real examples of "pissing" in context
