Meaning of the word shit in English

What does shit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shit

US /ʃɪt/
UK /ʃɪt/

Noun

1.

feces; excrement

Example:
The dog left shit all over the carpet.
I stepped in some dog shit.
2.

nonsense; rubbish

Example:
Don't listen to that shit he's talking.
This movie is pure shit.
3.

a contemptible or worthless person

Example:
He's a real piece of shit for what he did.
Don't be such a little shit.

Verb

to defecate

Example:
I really need to shit.
The baby shit in his diaper.

Exclamation

used to express anger, annoyance, or disgust

Example:
Oh, shit! I forgot my wallet.
Shit! That hurt!