Tatter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtætə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tatter is a noun meaning A shred of torn cloth; an individual item of torn and ragged clothing.
Meaning
A shred of torn cloth; an individual item of torn and ragged clothing.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To destroy an article of clothing etc. by shredding.
- (intransitive) To fall into tatters.
- A person engaged in tatting.
Example Sentences
You can’t – you shan’t – you don’t – you won’t – you thing of rag and tatter, O!
Word Forms
- tatters
- tattering
- tattered
Synonyms for tatter
Depending on context, synonyms include tag, shred, rag.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rag, shred, tag, pelt, threads, oddment.
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