motherfucker

noun

moth·er·fuck·er ˈmə-t͟hər-ˌfə-kər

1

obscene : one that is formidable, contemptible, or offensive

—usually used as a generalized term of abuse

2

obscene : person, fellow

motherfucking

ˈmə-t͟hər-ˌfə-kiŋ

adjective obscene

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of motherfucker was in 1918

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“Motherfucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motherfucker. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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