sirrah
See also: Sirrah
English
Etymology
Attested circa 1520-30, and used in Shakespeare. Extended form of sir; source of final vowel is unclear[1]. See also siree.
Pronunciation
IPA(key): /ˈsɪɹə/
Noun
sirrah (plural sirrahs)
- (obsolete) a term of address to an inferior male or more commonly a child. A modern day equivalent would be "little man".
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