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Word: Rat
Speech Type: Noun
Old English ræt, probably of Romance origin; reinforced in Middle English by Old French rat. The verb dates from the early 19th century
rat
a rodent that resembles a large mouse, typically having a pointed snout and a long tail. Some kinds have become cosmopolitan and are sometimes responsible for transmitting diseases.
Short Definition:rodent that resembles large mouse
a despicable person, especially a man who has been deceitful or disloyal
Short Definition:despicable person
Examples:- her rat of a husband cheated on her
a person who is associated with or frequents a specified place
Short Definition:person who is associated with or frequents specified place
Examples:- LA mall rats
a pad used to give shape and fullness to a woman's hair.
Short Definition:pad used to give shape and fullness to woman's hair
Word: Rat
Speech Type: Verb
rat
hunt or kill rats
Short Definition:hunt or kill rats
Examples:- we would always take a terrier when we fished and the terrier ratted away
desert one's party, side, or cause
Short Definition:desert one's party or cause
Examples:- many of the clans rallied to his support, others ratted and joined the King's forces
shape (hair) with a special pad.
Short Definition:shape hair with rat
Word: Rat
Speech Type: Other
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