rats

[ræts]

rats Definition

  • 1a rodent with pointed snout, typically having a brown or gray fur coat
  • 2an exclamation of disappointment or frustration

Using rats: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rats" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rats were scurrying around the dumpster.

  • Example

    I can't believe I failed the test again, rats!

  • Example

    The lab uses rats for experiments.

rats Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rats

Phrases with rats

  • a way of life in which people are caught up in a fiercely competitive struggle for wealth or power

    Example

    He left the rat race and moved to the countryside.

  • to suspect that something is wrong or dishonest

    Example

    I smell a rat in this business deal.

  • to betray or inform on someone

    Example

    He ratted on his friends to avoid going to jail.

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Summary: rats in Brief

The term 'rats' [ræts] refers to a type of rodent with a pointed snout and brown or gray fur coat. It is also used as an exclamation of disappointment or frustration. The phrase 'rat race' describes a fiercely competitive struggle for wealth or power, while 'smell a rat' means to suspect dishonesty. 'Rat on someone' means to betray or inform on someone.