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Ruffian

Noun:

1. A violent or disorderly person; a thug or a bully.

Example sentence: The ruffian was arrested for starting a bar fight.

2. A horse with exceptional strength and spirit, typically used for racing.

Example sentence: Ruffian, the legendary filly, dominated the racetrack during her career.

Adjective:

1. Characterized by or displaying violent or rough behavior.

Example sentence: The ruffian behavior of those gang members shocked the peaceful neighborhood.

Verb:

1. To engage in violent or unruly behavior.

Example sentence: The crowd started to ruffian after their team lost the match.

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