"wiseass" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈwaɪzæs/ Forms: wiseasses [plural]
Etymology: From wise + -ass. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|wise|ass}} wise + -ass Head templates: {{en-noun}} wiseass (plural wiseasses)
  1. One who makes wisecracks, particularly in a sassy or cocky fashion. Synonyms: wise-ass Synonyms (one who makes wisecracks in a sassy or cocky fashion): wisecracker, smart aleck, wise guy, wiseacre

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