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ruffian

/ˈɹʌfi.ən/

noun

Meaning

  • A scoundrel, rascal, or unprincipled, deceitful, brutal and unreliable person.

  • A pimp; a pander.

  • A lover; a paramour.

Synonyms

rogue,
scamp

verb

Meaning

  • To play the ruffian; to rage; to raise tumult.

adjective

Meaning

  • Brutal; cruel; savagely boisterous; murderous.

    "ruffian rage"