half-ass

half-ass
verb
half-assed; half-assing; half-asses
transitive verb

slang, often vulgar
: to do (something) poorly due to lack of care or effort
In moments where you see your son half-assing something, it's important to call him out to ensure he's putting forth his best effort.
—Chris Illuminati


Word History
First Known Use
1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of half-ass was in 1954
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Dictionary Entries Near half-ass
half as much/many again as

half-ass

half-assed


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