Behinds — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈbē-ˌhīnd/ be·hind

Meaning & Definition of Behinds

Behinds (noun)

  1. buttocks —often used as a euphemism for ass in idiomatic expressions

Behinds (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the part of the body upon which someone sits

    "cleaned the baby's behind"

    similar: backsides, booties (slang), bottoms, breeches, bums, buns, buttocks, butts, cabooses, cans, cheeks, derrieres, duffs, fannies, fundaments, hams, haunches, heinies (slang), hunkers, keisters (slang), nates, posteriors, rear ends, rears, rumps, seats, tail ends, tails, tushes (slang)
    related: beams, sterns, moons (slang)

Related Entry: Behind (noun)

Behind is a different word from Behinds. The synonyms below are for behind, not for behinds.

  1. the part of the body upon which someone sits

    "cleaned the baby's behind"

    similar: backside, booty (slang), bottom, breech, bum, buns, butt, buttocks, caboose, can, cheeks, derriere, duff, fanny, fundament, hams, haunches, heinie (slang), hunkers, keister (slang), nates, posterior, rear, rear end, rump, seat, tail, tail end, tush (slang)
    related: beam, stern, moon (slang)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Behinds

The most common words with a similar meaning to Behinds:

Slang: booties, heinies, keisters, tushes
backsides, bottoms, breeches, bums, buns, buttocks, butts, cabooses, cans, cheeks, derrieres, duffs, fannies, fundaments, hams, haunches, hunkers, nates, posteriors, rear ends, rears, rumps, seats, tail ends, tails

Related Words for Behinds

beams, sterns, moons

Origin & Etymology of Behinds

noun derivative of behind:1

First known use: circa 1830

Frequently Asked Questions about Behinds

What does "Behinds" mean?

"Behinds" means buttocks —often used as a euphemism for ass in idiomatic expressions. As a noun, it is defined as: buttocks —often used as a euphemism for ass in idiomatic expressions.

What is another word for "Behinds"?

Other words for "Behinds" include backsides, booties, bottoms, breeches, bums, buns, buttocks and butts. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Behinds" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Behinds"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Behinds". Common alternatives include backsides, booties, bottoms, breeches, bums, buns, buttocks, butts, cabooses and cans.

What is a slang word for "Behinds"?

Slang words for "Behinds" include booties, heinies, keisters and tushes.

How do you use "Behinds" in a sentence?

Examples of "Behinds" in a sentence: "cleaned the baby's behind".

Is "Behinds" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Behinds" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Behinds"?

"Behinds" is pronounced /ˈbē-ˌhīnd/ and divided into syllables as be·hind.

What is the origin of the word "Behinds"?

"Behinds" comes from noun derivative of behind:1. First known use: circa 1830.