Fanny

usgb/ˈfæni/
noun

In American English, refers to somebody's buttocks.

He slid down the hill and landed on his fanny.
Visual representation of "fanny" - In American English, refers to somebody's buttocks.

Often appears as...

  • sit on fanny
  • fall on fanny

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Amusing Slang

Considered humorous and informal when talking about someone's rear end.

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When Joe fell, everyone chuckled, saying he hurt his fanny.
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Informal Settings Only

Use 'fanny' casually with friends or family, not in formal situations.

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I wouldn't mention you bruised your fanny at the job interview.
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Potential Offense

Be careful, as 'fanny' can be seen as crude or too personal in certain contexts.

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Aunt Martha seemed shocked when I said the cat sat on my fanny.
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