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Definition of shithead

shithead

/ˈʃɪt.hɛd/
shit · head
Plural:shitheads
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• noun

1

(vulgar, slang, derogatory) A stupid, obnoxious, or contemptible person.

Example

"He acted like a complete shithead at the party and ruined the evening for everyone."

2

(vulgar, slang, uncountable) An informal shedding card game in which players attempt to get rid of all their cards to avoid being the last player remaining.

Example

"We stayed up past midnight playing shithead with an old deck of cards."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This is a coarse, vulgar slang term and should be strictly avoided in formal, academic, or professional contexts.

• Rhymes for shithead

• Nearby Words

shit
shitbag
shitfaced
shithead
shitheel
shithole
shithouse

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shithead. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shithead
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