Blackguard Definition & Meaning

blackguard
noun
  1. someone who is morally reprehensible; "you dirty dog"
verb
  1. subject to laughter or ridicule; "The satirists ridiculed the plans for a new opera house"; "The students poked fun at the inexperienced teacher"; "His former students roasted the professor at his 60th birthday"
  2. use foul or abusive language towards; "The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket"; "The angry mother shouted at the teacher"

"Blackguard" in song lyrics

See how blackguard is used in real songs:

  • "neverwinter nights mod blackguard"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "blackguard"

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