Sirrah
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɪɹə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sirrah is a noun meaning (obsolete) A term of address to an inferior male or more commonly a child. A modern-day equivalent would be "little man".
Meaning
(obsolete) A term of address to an inferior male or more commonly a child. A modern-day equivalent would be "little man".
Example Sentences
VVhat ſay you to a leg of Beef novv, ſirha?
Kemp. Yea marry, let them come before mee, what is your name, friend? / Bor. Borachio. / Kem. Pray write downe Borachio. Yours ſirra. / Con. I am a Gentleman ſir, and my name is Conrade.
Word Forms
- sirrahs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yessir, old man, dude, senor, brother, mister.
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