prat
Prat (noun) means a foolish or contemptible person (British informal). Example: “Stop acting like such a prat and just apologize.”
How to use prat
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBritish slang for an idiot or someone acting foolishly; also old slang for the backside.
Informal and mildly rude — mainly heard in British English.
Word forms
more prat comparative, prats plural, prats plural, most prat superlative
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Etymology
From Old English "prætt," meaning "trick" or "wile" — the sense shifted over time from "a trick" to "a foolish person," and separately came to mean "buttocks."
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What does “prat” mean?
The word “prat” means a foolish or contemptible person (British informal). In plain terms, british slang for an idiot or someone acting foolishly; also old slang for the backside.
How do you pronounce “prat”?
“Prat” is pronounced prat (/pɹat/ in IPA).
How do you use “prat” in a sentence?
Here is “prat” used in a sentence: “Stop acting like such a prat and just apologize.”
What part of speech is “prat”?
“Prat” is a noun.
Where does the word “prat” come from?
The word “prat” comes from Old English.
How many meanings does “prat” have?
“Prat” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a foolish or contemptible person (British informal).