Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hood-rat
noun
/hʊd ræt/
Definition
A term used to describe a person, often from an urban area, who engages in risky or undesirable behavior, typically associated with street life.
Examples
- She grew up in a tough neighborhood and often referred to herself as a hood-rat.
- He was proud of his roots, even if it meant being labeled a hood-rat.
- Some people might consider him a hood-rat, but he was simply trying to make a living.
Meaning
The word often conveys a sense of living in a rough neighborhood and may imply a lack of ambition or a focus on survival in a tough environment.
Synonyms
- Ghetto person
- Urban delinquent
- Streetwise individual
