rat
Meaning
A rat is a medium-sized rodent known for its adaptability and often considered a pest in urban environments due to its association with disease and unsanitary conditions.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "rat" with "mouse," as they refer to different species.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
A
young
woman
noticed
a
rat
outside
the
caf
é
as
she
locked
up
in
the
evening
.
It
moved
quickly
between
the
bins
but
did
not
come
near
the
door
.
She
swept
the
floor
and
tied
the
trash
bags
securely
to
avoid
attracting
animals
.
Although
this
kind
of
sighting
is
common
on
busy
streets
,
she
felt
calm
and
called
the
building
manager
to
check
the
area
.
By
the
time
the
manager
arrived
,
the
alley
was
quiet
and
the
lights
made
the
place
feel
safe
.
Common Phrases
common rat
rat race
rat out
Related Words
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