WordNet Dictionary
Webster's 1913 Dictionary\Riff"raff`\, n. [OE. rif and raf every particle, OF.
rif et raf. CF. {Raff}, and 1st {Rifle}.]
Sweepings; refuse; the lowest order of society. --Beau. & Fl.
| Pronunciation: | 'rif`raf | ||
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| Definition: | [n] disparaging terms for the common people | ||
| Synonyms: | rabble, ragtag, ragtag and bobtail | ||
| See Also: | common people, folk, scum, trash | ||
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| Definition: | \Riff"raff`\, n. [OE. rif and raf every particle, OF.
rif et raf. CF. {Raff}, and 1st {Rifle}.]
Sweepings; refuse; the lowest order of society. --Beau. & Fl.
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