Ratty Definition

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

See how ratty is used in real songs:

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

Usage tips for "ratty"

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