Some people do consider it to be vulgar. However, the word "ass" in this case refers to an animal (donkey). It's an oxymoron-- basically saying that the person is a witty stupid person. When the word "ass" is used in reference to a rear-end, it's usually considered to be a bad word. But when used in reference to a donkey, it's not.
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The names of the weasels are Smart Ass , Greasy ,Wheezy , Psycho and Stupid .
In act 4 scene 2 Dogberry's speech. Dogberry complains about being called an ass yet he says in line 63: "masters, remember that I am an ass"
can you you tell me smart ass
The term "smart-ass" originated in the early 20th century and refers to someone who is sarcastic, cocky, or clever in a disrespectful way. It is derived from the combination of "smart," meaning clever or intelligent, and "ass," which is a slang term for buttocks or a person who behaves inappropriately.
Modern interps: Smart mouth Smart ass wise guy (not sure about possible mob term origins here) Wise mouth wise acre (not so modern) wise ass flippant smarty pants
Modern interps: Smart mouth Smart ass wise guy (not sure about possible mob term origins here) Wise mouth wise acre (not so modern) wise ass flippant smarty pants
STUPID.... and no not really message me wen u get a chance smart ass
I don't think he really had a nickname. We just call him smart-ass.
Smart-ass Wikianswer answers, sucker.
They are egotistic. Call them that