rotter
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Meaning · English
A despicable, worthless person; a scoundrel.
Register: slang
Examples
Calvin could be anywhere in this zoo. I hope he at least has the sense to stay put, wherever he is. Where would the little rotter go if he was lost and separated from his stuffed toy?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rotter” mean?
A despicable, worthless person; a scoundrel.
Is “rotter” formal or informal?
rotter is generally slang.