rafferty

[ raf-er-tee ]

adjective

, British, Australian.

1. confused; disorganized.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rafferty¹

1925–30; originally in the phrase Rafferty ( 's ) rules no rules at all; perhaps identical with British dialect raffatory, ref ( f ) atory, alterations of refractory

Example Sentences

Judge Stuart Rafferty KC remanded Mr Mead, of Welstead Avenue in Aspley, Nottingham, in custody until his trial on 24 March at the same court.

From BBC

Perth barrister Seamus Rafferty SC represented Yung Filly in Perth Magistrates Court and applied for bail on the rapper’s behalf, the BBC reported.

From Los Angeles Times

He was represented in Perth Magistrates court by barrister Seamus Rafferty SC, who applied for bail on Barrientos' behalf.

From BBC

His lawyer Seamus Rafferty said Mr Radelic was "a victim of crime", as his home had been broken into four times in the months before the incident, though he did not suggest these children were involved.

From BBC

Mr Rafferty conceded cable tying the children's wrists was "not a good look" but was ultimately legal.

From BBC