rabble — a disorderly crowd; a mob of ordinary people regarded as socially inferior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a disorderly crowd; a mob of ordinary people regarded as socially inferior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈræbəl/
Korean meaning: 무질서한 군중, 폭민; 사회적으로 하층으로 여겨지는 일반 대중
Korean pronunciation: 래-블 (강세: 래)
Example Sentences
- The chef looked down from his fancy restaurant at the rabble waiting for free samples.
- What started as a peaceful book club meeting turned into a rabble when they discussed the ending.
- The aristocrat referred to the villagers as rabble, showing his contempt for common people.
rabble
NOUN//ˈræbəl//
a disorderly crowd; a mob of ordinary people regarded as socially inferior
Angry disorderly mob gathering
Rabbits with bowls cause rabble - unruly crowd demanding food
The rabble babble while leaders scrabble!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'rabble,' derived from Old French 'rabble' meaning a pack of dogs or a disorderly group. The word likely comes from a Germanic root related to 'rab-' meaning to grab or seize.
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📝Examples
“The chef looked down from his fancy restaurant at the rabble waiting for free samples.”
“What started as a peaceful book club meeting turned into a rabble when they discussed the ending.”
“The aristocrat referred to the villagers as rabble, showing his contempt for common people.”
“The rabble gathered outside the store when they heard about the 90% discount sale.”
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