kick in the ass, a

Slang definitions & phrases for kick in the ass, a

kick in the ass, a

noun phrase
  1. A surprising and dampening rebuff, misfortune, etc; a slap in the face
  2. A strong stimulus or impetus; a SHOT IN THE ARM: If this campaign doesn't get a kick in the ass we're dead/ The sizzle of the 24valve V8 Mercedes M3 assures the driver of the right kind of kick in the pants (1940s+)