rat
Translation
rat
Examples
A large rat ran across the street.
A large rat ran across the street.
He works with lab rats in his research.
He works with lab rats in his research.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the rat)) a singular rat A large rat ran across the street.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rodent; Related animals: mouse
Etymology
From Old English 'ræt', of common Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
'Rat' is a short, sharp word, like the quick movements of the animal.