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Meaning of SIRRAH

Pronunciation:  'siru

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  formerly a contemptuous term of address to an inferior man or boy; often used in anger
 
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 See Also: male, male person

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Sir"rah\, n. [Probably from Icel. s[=i]ra, fr. F. sire.
See {Sir}.]
A term of address implying inferiority and used in anger,
contempt, reproach, or disrespectful familiarity, addressed
to a man or boy, but sometimes to a woman. In sililoquies
often preceded by ah. Not used in the plural. ``Ah, sirrah
mistress.''
 
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