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RATTING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Ratting.

Ratting - as a noun

To furnish incriminating evidence to an officer of the law (usually in return for favors)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
informing15

Ratting - as a verb

(usually with “on” or “out”) to betray a person or party, especially by telling their secret to an authority or an enemy; to turn someone in.

Example: "He is going to rat us out!"

To work as a scab, going against trade union policies.

(of a dog, etc.) to kill rats.

To scratch or score.

Example: "He ratted a vertical line on his face with a pocket knife."

To tear, rip, rend.

Example: "Ratted to shreds."

Damn, drat, blast; used in oaths.

Example Sentences

"I heard some loud ratting coming from the attic."
"The ratting of the bike chain filled the air as he rode by."
"The constant ratting of the typewriter keys was becoming annoying."
"The old car made a strange ratting noise whenever it was driven."
"Her ratting on the keyboard was a clear indication of her frustration."
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Word Game Points

Is RATTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ratting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RATTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is RATTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ratting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RATTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is RATTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ratting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RATTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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