rat
Definitions
Noun
- Any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse
- Someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike
- A person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible
- One who reveals confidential information in return for money
- A pad (usually made of hair) worn as part of a woman's coiffure
Verb
- Desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage
- Employ scabs or strike breakers in
- Take the place of work of someone on strike
- Give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat
- Catch rats, especially with dogs
- Give away information about somebody
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Definitions: 11
Fragments: 1,103
Sound Alikes: 7
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 0
Words that Precede: 0
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📰 This Word in the News:
The joy of pests: study reveals why rat catchers are so happy in their work
Jul 1, 2026 The Conversation
Jul 1, 2026 The Conversation
‘Fat Rat’—Bruno Guimaraes Sends Scathing Message After First Arsenal Goal
Sep 14, 2026 Sports Illustrated
Sep 14, 2026 Sports Illustrated
Swimming the Hudson River: It's a thing, but avoid the dead rats, other water hazards.
Sep 19, 2026 Gothamist
Sep 19, 2026 Gothamist

