barrator

noun

bar·​ra·​tor ˈber-ə-tər How to pronounce barrator (audio)
ˈba-rə-
variants or less commonly barrater
: one who engages in barratry

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of barrator was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Barrator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barrator. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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