Meanings
plural askholes
- CanadaUSderogatoryslangvulgarA person who asks for advice but refuses to follow it.
An askhole is someone who asks for advice but never applies these tips for the changes they seek.
2021, Derek DeCosta, The Moonlight King1 more example
You might say, I'm going to be an askhole and tell you about my dilemma, and I say that I want your opinion, but don't expect me to actually go with your recommendation. Askhole conversations can be draining and unfulfilling […]
2023, Charlotte Fox Weber, Tell Me What You Want, page 272 - CanadaUSderogatoryslangvulgarA person who asks excessive or offensive questions or favors.
And who wants to be seen as an “askhole”— the type of person who requests huge favors from people who don't owe them anything?
2021, David Nurse, Breakthrough, page 1041 more example
Nanny made a rude noise, crossed her arms in front of her chest, and said, “The man's a complete askhole.” […] “It's what she calls people who ask—in her opinion—stupid and pointless questions,” I explained quickly.
2018, Peggy Jaeger, Dearly Beloved
Origin
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