lout

Meanings

• noun

  A person who behaves in an unpleasant, rude, or violent way, especially towards those perceived to be weaker or inferior.

  - "The lout in the corner of the pub was causing trouble."
  - "Despite his loutish behavior, John was a kind person at heart."

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Pronunciation

1. /laʊt/
   
   
   
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2. /laʊt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lout
shout , about , stout , out

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Homophones

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1. lout (en) : A person who behaves in an unpleasant, rude, or violent way
   

2. lout (en) : A person who works or labors
   

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Variants

List of all variants of lout that leads to same result
lout , louted , louting , louts , lager lout

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Etymology

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Originated from Middle English 'louten' meaning to crouch or lurk, later developed the meaning of a rude or violent person.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'lout' is sometimes used derogatively to refer to someone who is not educated or refined.

2. In some dialects, 'lout' is also used to refer to a laborer or worker.

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Related Concepts

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1. rudeness: A behavior characterized by impoliteness, harshness, or lack of consideration for others.

2. thug: A violent or rough person, often involved in criminal activities.

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Culture

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In literature, 'lout' is often used to describe a character who is uncivilized, crude, or violent. In art, there are depictions of 'louts' in various forms, such as paintings or sculptures, that portray the rough and unrefined nature of these individuals.

How to Memorize "lout"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, unkempt person with a menacing expression and a beer belly.
   - Visualize the behavior of a lout, such as shouting, pushing, or throwing things.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lout' with the image of a rude or violent person.
   - Link the word 'lout' with the feeling of being intimidated or uncomfortable.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'L-O-U-T' to remember the meaning: 'L'arge, 'O'verbearing, 'U'npleasant, 'T'ough.

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