Rattish

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Pertaining to rats.
  2. 2
    Slightly short-tempered.
  3. 3
    Exhibiting qualities that are commonly associated with rats.
  4. 4
    Slightly run-down or dilapidated.

Synonyms

All synonyms
quickratlikeratty

Etymology

Etymology 1

From rat + -ish.

Etymology 2

From ratty + -ish.

Related phrases

run downshort tempered

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