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Definition of shithole

shithole

/ˈʃɪt.hoʊl/
shit · hole
Plural:shitholes
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shithole Lexical Profile

shithole Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An extremely dirty, shabby, or unpleasant place (vulgar slang).

Example

"The neglected motel on the edge of town had turned into a complete shithole over the years."

2

The anus or rectum (vulgar slang).

Example

"The crude graffiti on the restroom wall used the word shithole in its literal anatomical sense."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This word is vulgar slang and strongly derogatory; it should be avoided in formal, professional, or polite contexts.

• Nearby Words

shitfaced
shithead
shitheel
shithole
shithouse
shitless
shitlist

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