rat
Translation
rat, traitor, informer
Examples
A large rat ran across the floor.
A large rat ran across the floor.
He was a rat who sold secrets to the enemy.
He was a rat who sold secrets to the enemy.
Grammar Patterns
a rat (animal) A large rat ran across the floor.
a rat (traitor) He was a rat who sold secrets to the enemy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (animal) mouse; (person) traitor, informer, snitch
Etymology
From Old English 'ræt', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Think of the animal's reputation for being sneaky, which connects to the meaning of 'traitor'.