Definition

A person or animal that catches or kills rats, often referring to certain breeds of dogs or cats trained for this purpose.

Example

The farmer hired a ratter to help control the rat population in the barn.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a good ratter in action?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they can be really effective.

Yeah, I know someone who has a dog that's an excellent ratter.

That sounds awesome! I'd love to see how it works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ratter → The word 'ratter' originates from the Old English 'ræt', meaning rat, combined with the suffix '-er', which denotes a person who performs a specific action. Thus, 'ratter' refers to a person who catches or deals with rats.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who deals with 'rats' ('ræt') — that's why a 'ratter' is a person who catches or manages rats.

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