askhole

English

Etymology

Blend of ask +‎ asshole

Pronunciation

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Noun

askhole (plural askholes) (slang, vulgar, derogatory, Canada, US)

1. A person who asks for advice but refuses to follow it.
   • 2021, Derek DeCosta, The Moonlight King:

     An askhole is someone who asks for advice but never applies these tips for the changes they seek.

   • 2023, Charlotte Fox Weber, Tell Me What You Want, page 272:

     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 […]

2. A person who asks excessive or offensive questions or favors.
   • 2018, Peggy Jaeger, Dearly Beloved:

     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.

   • 2021, David Nurse, Breakthrough, page 104:

     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?