Meaning of the word "not know your ass from your elbow" in English

What does "not know your ass from your elbow" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

not know your ass from your elbow

US /nɑt noʊ jʊər æs frəm jʊər ˈɛl.boʊ/
UK /nɑt noʊ jʊər æs frəm jʊər ˈɛl.boʊ/
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Idiom

1.

to be very stupid or ignorant; to lack basic knowledge or common sense

Example:
He's so incompetent, he doesn't know his ass from his elbow.
Don't ask him for help; he doesn't know his ass from his elbow when it comes to computers.
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