rapscallion
Translation
rascal, rogue, scamp
Examples
The old man called the boy a little rapscallion.
The old man called the boy a little rapscallion.
He plays the part of a lovable rapscallion.
He plays the part of a lovable rapscallion.
Grammar Patterns
((a rapscallion)) a mischievous person. The old man called the boy a little rapscallion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: scoundrel, rogue, scamp
Etymology
An alteration of 'rascallion', from 'rascal'. The origin is uncertain.
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'rap' + 'scallion' (a type of onion). Imagine a mischievous person who raps about onions. It's a playful, old-fashioned insult.