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Rat
01
Ratte, Nagetier
a large mouse-like animal with a long tail, which spreads diseases
Beispiele
The rat's keen sense of smell allows it to detect food even in the darkest corners.
Der scharfe Geruchssinn der Ratte ermöglicht es ihr, Nahrung sogar in den dunkelsten Ecken zu entdecken.
02
a pad, typically made of hair, worn to add volume to a woman's hairstyle
Beispiele
The actress secured a rat under her curls.
03
a person considered treacherous, despicable, or contemptible
Offensive
SlangBeispiele
He refuses to associate with a rat in the organization.
04
someone who works or provides replacement workers during a strike
Beispiele
They refuse to talk to rats during labor disputes.
05
Spitzel, Informant
someone who gives information about other people and their crimes or wrongdoings to the police or authorities
SlangBeispiele
Being called a rat is considered a serious insult in many criminal circles.
Als Spitzel bezeichnet zu werden, gilt in vielen kriminellen Kreisen als schwere Beleidigung.
to rat
01
to use a hair pad to add volume or fullness to a hairstyle
Beispiele
They rat the top layer to create extra lift.
02
to abandon or betray one's friends, group, or party for personal gain
Beispiele
He refuses to rat his colleagues for personal profit.
03
take the place of someone who is on strike, performing their work
Beispiele
He refuses to rat and respects the picket line.
04
to employ strikebreakers to replace striking workers
Beispiele
The company rats to maintain operations under strike conditions.
Beispiele
The informant 's decision to rat led to a major crackdown on the illegal operation.
Die Entscheidung des Informanten, zu verpfeifen, führte zu einer großen Razzia gegen den illegalen Betrieb.
06
to hunt or catch rats, often using dogs trained for the purpose
Beispiele
The terrier excels at ratting in confined spaces.
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ratlike
ratty
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