tatters Meaning & Definition
/ˈtætəz/
What Does Tatters Mean?
Tatters is used as a noun meaning Ragged clothing or fabric, paper, etc. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of tatter. As a verb, it means To destroy an article of clothing etc. by shredding.
Tatters at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈtætəz/ |
| Plural | only |
Tatters Definition (Noun)
- Ragged clothing or fabric, paper, etc.
Noun
- plural of tatter
Tatters as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of tatter
Noun
- A shred of torn cloth; an individual item of torn and ragged clothing.
Verb
- To destroy an article of clothing etc. by shredding.
- To fall into tatters.
Noun
- A person engaged in tatting.
Synonyms of Tatters
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Tatters synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
tatters pl (plural only)
tatters
Words That Rhyme With Tatters
Origin of Tatters
Cognate with Old English tættec, tætteca.[1][2]