Meaning of the word ratty in English
What does ratty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ratty
US /ˈræt̬.i/
UK /ˈræt.i/
Adjective
1.
looking like a rat; having a long pointed nose and small beady eyes
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The old dog had a rather ratty appearance with its scruffy fur.
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He had a small, ratty face that made him look shifty.
2.
in poor condition; shabby
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Her old coat was looking quite ratty after years of wear.
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The furniture in the abandoned house was all very ratty.
3.
irritable; bad-tempered
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He was feeling a bit ratty after a sleepless night.
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Don't be so ratty with me; I'm just trying to help.