ratton

[ rat-n ]

noun

, Dialect.

1. a rat.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ratton¹

1250–1300; Middle English ratoun < Old French raton, diminutive of rat rat

Example Sentences

Aw've summat i'th inside o' my box; but it looks like a brunt ratton, bi Guy!

From Project Gutenberg

The Rat occurs in the arms of Ratton, which is a peculiarly good example of a canting coat.

From Project Gutenberg

A sharper, seawnder set o' dog-teeth never snapt at a ratton!

From Project Gutenberg