Rag
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British pronunciation/ɹˈæɡ/
American pronunciation/ˈɹæɡ/

Definitie & Betekenis van "rag"

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lappen

a small piece of cloth or paper used for cleaning
rag definition and meaning

What is a "rag"?

A rag refers to a small piece of cloth, often old and worn out, that is used for cleaning, wiping, or polishing surfaces. Rags can be made from a variety of fabrics such as cotton, linen, or even wool. Due to their absorbent nature and durability, rags have been widely used for household chores and industrial cleaning purposes for centuries. Rags can be cut from larger pieces of cloth or maybe the remnants of old clothes that have been torn or cut into smaller pieces. In addition to their practical uses, rags can also be used for artistic and decorative purposes, such as in rag rugs or quilting. Overall, rags serve as versatile and useful items in various settings.

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lappen

a newspaper of low quality
03

lappen

a boisterous practical joke (especially by college students)
04

lappen

music with a syncopated melody (usually for the piano)
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lappen

a week at British universities during which side-shows and processions of floats are organized to raise money for charities
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lappen

(usually plural) shabby and old clothes in poor condition
to rag
01

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

to rag definition and meaning
02

break into lumps before sorting

03

censure severely or angrily

04

harass with persistent criticism or carping

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play in ragtime

06

treat cruelly

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The mechanic wrung out the oily rag and wiped his hands.
His life sounds to me like the classic rags to riches story.
The sight of the rival team's jersey was like a red rag to a bull, leading to a fierce confrontation.
In times of economic downturn, many families have to live on the smell of an oily rag, making tough financial choices.
The theater company survived on the smell of an oily rag, relying on passionate volunteers and donations.
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