ratbag

English

/ˈɹæt.bæɡ/

noun
Definitions
  • (slang) A despicable person.
  • (Australia) A mischievous person, especially a child.

Etymology

Compound from English rat (rip up, rend, tear) + English bag.

Origin

English

bag

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