Meaning of ruffian in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈrəfiən/

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  1. Noun

    ruffian

    Etymology

    late 15th century: from Old French ruffian, from Italian ruffiano, perhaps from dialect rofia‘scab, scurf’, of Germanic origin

    Definitions

    1. a cruel and brutal fellow

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