| Pronunciation: | | 'rif`raf
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] disparaging terms for the common people |
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RIFFRAFF is a 8 letter word that starts with R. |
| | Synonyms: | | rabble, ragtag, ragtag and bobtail |
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| | See Also: | | common people, folk, scum, trash |
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Riff"raff`\, n. [OE. rif and raf every particle, OF.
rif et raf. CF. {Raff}, and 1st {Rifle}.]
Sweepings; refuse; the lowest order of society. --Beau. & Fl.
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