Meaning of the word "son of a bitch" in English

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son of a bitch

US /sʌn əv ə bɪtʃ/
UK /sʌn əv ə bɪtʃ/
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Idiom

1.

a contemptible or unpleasant person (often used as a general term of abuse)

Example:
That son of a bitch cut me off in traffic!
I can't believe that son of a bitch stole my wallet!
2.

an exclamation of surprise, anger, or frustration

Example:
Son of a bitch! I forgot my wallet at home.
When he finally solved the puzzle, he exclaimed, "Son of a bitch, I did it!"
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