Definition of ragamuffin

ragamuffinnoun

ragamuffin

/ˈræɡəmʌfɪn//ˈræɡəmʌfɪn/

The word "ragamuffin" has a fascinating history! It originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the Italian phrase "ragazzo magnifico," meaning "fine fellow" or "young gentleman." Over time, the phrase evolved into "rammuffin" or "ragamuffin," and was used to describe a person, often a child, who was dressed in tattered or ragged clothing. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the term "ragamuffin" gained popularity in England and America, particularly in reference to street urchins or beggars. These individuals would often wear rags and scraps, earning them the nickname "ragamuffins." Today, the term is often used to describe a scrappy, resourceful, and endearing individual, and is often used in a affectionate or whimsical manner.

Summary
type danh từ
meaningkẻ sống đầu đường xó chợ, đứa bé đầu đường xó chợ
meaningngười ăn mặc rách rưới nhếch nhác
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a person, usually a child, who is wearing old clothes that are torn and dirty

một người, thường là trẻ em, mặc quần áo cũ rách và bẩn

a person who likes or performs ragga music

một người thích hoặc biểu diễn nhạc ragga

a type of dance music from the West Indies that contains features of reggae and hip-hop

một loại nhạc khiêu vũ từ Tây Ấn có chứa các đặc điểm của nhạc reggae và hip-hop

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