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shit on

B2 slang inseparable transitive
In simple words

To treat someone really badly and show you have no respect for them at all.

Literal meaning: To defecate on something or someone — the figurative sense extends this into showing utter contempt.

Meanings

1 B2 idiomatic slang

(Vulgar) To treat someone with deep contempt, cruelty, or disrespect.

"The new manager shits on everyone below him and takes credit for all their work."

Grammar: inseparable
2 B2 idiomatic slang

(Vulgar) To speak very disparagingly or negatively about something, completely dismissing it.

"Why do you always have to shit on every plan I come up with?"

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Vulgar but widely understood in English-speaking countries. Used to describe treating a person, group, or idea with deep contempt or cruelty. Also used literally. In figurative use, always carries a strongly negative, offensive tone. Not suitable for formal or professional settings.

Commonly used with

people workers idea plans reputation memory

Forms

Base
shit on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
shits on
he/she/it
Past simple
shited on
yesterday
Past participle
shited on
have + pp
-ing form
shiting on
continuous

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