Etymology

ass bandit

Today it means: Synonym of gay man, a homosexual man. Full definition →

First used mid-1900s
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The story

From ass + bandit. Cf. turd burglar.

First known use, by meaning

  • mid-1900s Synonym of corrupter, particularly a man who eagerly seduces young women.

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