"asshattery" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: asshat + -ery Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|asshat|ery}} asshat + -ery Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} asshattery (uncountable)
  1. (informal) The obnoxious behaviour of an asshat. Tags: informal, uncountable Synonyms: assclownery, assholery, douchebaggery, douchery, arsehattery

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