Meaning of sirrah | Babel Free
/ˈsɪɹə/Definitions
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A term of address to an inferior male or more commonly a child. A modern-day equivalent would be "little man". obsolete
- Synonym of Alpheratz.
Examples
“Kemp. Yea marry, let them come before mee, what is your name, friend? / Bor. Borachio. / Kem. Pray write downe Borachio. Yours ſirra. / Con. I am a Gentleman ſir, and my name is Conrade.”
“VVhat ſay you to a leg of Beef novv, ſirha?”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.