noun
- the activity of hunting or catching rats
- the act of informing on someone or betraying them
Usage: informal
verb
- present participle of rat: hunting or catching rats
- present participle of rat: informing on someone or betraying them
Usage: informal
Examples
- The old barn was perfect for ratting with terriers.
- He spent the afternoon ratting in the warehouse.
- The gang member was accused of ratting on his associates.
- She felt guilty about ratting out her friend to the teacher.
- Ratting is considered a serious offense in criminal organizations.
- The farmer hired a professional for ratting services.
- Nobody likes ratting, but sometimes it’s necessary for safety.