noun

ratting

Ratting (noun) means the practice of using a terrier or other dog to kill rats, sometimes as a timed contest. Example: “The old barn still had a ratting terrier kept for pest control.”

noun

The practice of using a terrier or other dog to kill rats, sometimes as a timed contest.

"The old barn still had a ratting terrier kept for pest control."

Betraying one's cause or principles, or breaking ranks with fellow workers (e.g. crossing a picket line).

"The union accused him of ratting when he kept working during the strike."

How to use ratting

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither dogs hunting rats for pest control, or informer-style betrayal of a group you belong to.

Word forms

rattings plural

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Rhymes for ratting

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ratting” mean?

The word “ratting” means the practice of using a terrier or other dog to kill rats, sometimes as a timed contest. In plain terms, either dogs hunting rats for pest control, or informer-style betrayal of a group you belong to.

How do you use “ratting” in a sentence?

Here is “ratting” used in a sentence: “The old barn still had a ratting terrier kept for pest control.”

What part of speech is “ratting”?

“Ratting” is a noun.

How many meanings does “ratting” have?

“Ratting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the practice of using a terrier or other dog to kill rats, sometimes as a timed contest.

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