frats

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Noun frat has 1 sense

fraternity, frat - a social club for male undergraduates
--₁ is a kind of club, society, guild, gild, lodge, order
--₁ has members: chapter

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Term: Frats

Description:

A frat, short for fraternity, refers to a social organization or club primarily for male college students. Frats are known for their strong bonding, social activities, and exclusive membership. These organizations often have their own rituals, traditions, and houses on campus.

Senses:

1. Noun (Plural): refers to multiple fraternities or the collective concept of fraternities.

Sample Sentences:

Many frats on campus organize charity events and fundraisers.
The frats at this university are known for their vibrant social scene.
Joining one of the frats allowed him to forge lifelong friendships.

2. Noun (Singular, Informal): used to describe an individual fraternity.

Sample Sentences:

I'm considering rushing that frat with the blue house.
He decided to pledge a frat during his sophomore year.
The frat held a recruitment event to attract new members.

3. Noun (Singular, Derogatory): in some contexts, used to criticize or mock fraternities for their negative aspects, such as exclusivity, hazing, or toxic behaviors.

Sample Sentences:

Many people believe frats perpetuate a culture of toxic masculinity.
She had a bad experience with a frat in her freshman year.
The movie depicted the dark side of fraternities and their excessive partying.