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frat

Frat (noun) means a college fraternity, especially in casual US usage. Example: “He pledged a frat during his first semester.”

noun

A college fraternity, especially in casual US usage.

"He pledged a frat during his first semester."

"The frat house threw a party every Friday."

How to use frat

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishShort, casual word for a college fraternity.

When to use it

Informal — "fraternity" is the standard formal term.

Common pairings

frat house frat party frat boy

frats plural

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He pledged a _____ during his first semester.

A clipped, informal form of "fraternity."

fraternity

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What does “frat” mean?

The word “frat” means a college fraternity, especially in casual US usage. In plain terms, short, casual word for a college fraternity.

How do you pronounce “frat”?

“Frat” is pronounced frat (/fɹæt/ in IPA).

How do you use “frat” in a sentence?

Here is “frat” used in a sentence: “He pledged a frat during his first semester.”

What part of speech is “frat”?

“Frat” is a noun.

Is “frat” a common word?

“Frat” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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