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frat

1. noun, slang A shortening of "fraternity," a social organization for male undergraduate students. I have no plans to join a frat in college—that lifestyle just doesn't appeal to me.

2. adjective, slang Relating to such a group. I went to a frat party last night, and it was pretty lame, honestly. If you're looking for Mike, you might want to check the frat house—he's usually there in the afternoons.

frat

(fræt)

1. n. a fraternity. (Collegiate.) Are you going to join a frat?

2. mod. having to do with fraternities and their members. (Collegiate.) Is there a frat party tonight?

frat-rat

n. a college fraternity member. (Derogatory.) The frat rats had a kegger that ended up a brawl.

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