frat

[ frat ]

noun

, Informal.

1. fraternity ( def 1 ).

frat

/ fræt /

noun

1. slang.
   1. a member of a fraternity
   2. ( as modifier )

      the frat kid

Word History and Origins

Origin of frat¹

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95; by shortening

Example Sentences

Instead, in the tradition of lazy frat daddies paying someone else to take tests for them, Musk purchased Trump voters with a $1 million-a-day lottery.

From Salon

Lawrence made his name with half-hour comedies, and while Vaughn has dabbled in television, he’s primarily associated with “frat pack” movie comedies.

From Los Angeles Times

The four main cast were quarantined together, which ended up becoming a little bit of a frat house.

From Salon

Exciting the audience means showing the young characters punch through their problems at — among many places — arcades, Daniel's home, school and, this season, in a frat house.

From Salon

“It wasn’t a frat house,” Musselman said, “but it was a Portal House.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• camaraderie
• guild
• sorority