dangly bits

dangly bits

English

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Noun

dangly bits pl (plural only)

1. (idiomatic, euphemistic, childish) Male genitalia, usually of a baby, child, or of a smaller than usual size; ironic reference to male genitalia.
   • 1993, Sarah Miles, A right royal bastard (Page 32)

     Mummy is playing with the boy's dangly bits, polishing them with soapy water, and rubbing them up and down.

Usage notes

Idiomatic expression is in use along with non-idiomatic one, which means "smaller hanging things": It's a charm bracelet with dangly bits.