obsequious manner, and to support their every opinion to gain their favor' name='description'> kiss someone's ass - definition and meaning
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kiss someone's ass

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  • verb idiomatic, slang To flatter someone (especially a superior) in an obsequious manner, and to support their every opinion to gain their favor

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Said because the ass is considered vulgar and someone willing to kiss another's is considered a sign of submission and patronage.

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