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Ratty Definition & Meaning

ratty
adjective
  1. of or characteristic of rats
  2. showing signs of wear and tear; "a ratty old overcoat"; "shabby furniture"; "an old house with dirty windows and tatty curtains"
  3. dirty and infested with rats

"Ratty" in song lyrics

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  • "Back in the day, before she got ratty"
    W.C. f/ Ice Cube — 80's Babies

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Frequently asked questions

What does ratty mean?
of or characteristic of rats showing signs of wear and tear; "a ratty old overcoat"; "shabby furniture"; "an old house with dirty windows and tatty curtains" dirty and infested with rats
What part of speech is ratty?
Ratty is an adjective.
How many definitions does ratty have?
Ratty has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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