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rap

9 entries found.
  1. 1rap (noun)
  2. 2rap (verb)
  3. 3rap (transitive verb)
  4. 4rap (noun)
  5. 5rap (intransitive verb)
  6. 6rap (noun)
  7. rap sheet (noun)
  8. gangsta rap (noun)
  9. 1beat (verb)

Main Entry: 1rap
Pronunciation: \ˈrap\
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English rappe
Date: 14th century

1 : a sharp blow or knock
2 a : a sharp rebuke or criticism b : a negative and often undeserved reputation or charge —often used with bum or bad <given a bum rap by the press>
3 a : the responsibility for or adverse consequences of an action <refused to take the rap> b : a criminal charge c : a prison sentence


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