Pointlessly rate some foolish people (5)

I believe the answer is:

asses

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'people' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both body parts as well as being plural nouns.
Maybe you can see an association between them that I can't see?

I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for asses that I've seen before include "Small, sure-footed animals" , "dim bulbs?" , "Fools; animals" , "Fools, quadrupeds" , "Animals of horse family" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.

Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.