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ragamuffin

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun ragamuffin has 1 sense
  1. ragamuffin, tatterdemalion - a dirty shabbily clothed urchin
    --1 is a kind of urchin

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Ragamuffin


Definition:

A ragamuffin refers to a person, typically a child, who is dirty or poorly dressed.


Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A child who is dressed in shabby or tattered clothing.

Example: The little ragamuffin sat on the street corner, begging for food.


Sense 2:

Noun: An endearing term used to describe someone in a playful or affectionate manner.

Example: Come here, you little ragamuffin! Give me a hug.


Usages:

Usage 1:

Popular Usage: The term "ragamuffin" is commonly used to express disapproval towards a person's scruffy appearance.

Example: The teacher scolded the student for coming to school looking like a ragamuffin.


Usage 2:

Local Usage: In some regions, "ragamuffin" may also refer to a type of pastry or dessert.

Example: I bought some delicious ragamuffins from the local bakery.


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