Meaning
One who is guilty of barratry, vexing others with frequent and often groundless lawsuits; a brangler and pettifogger.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English baratour, from Old French barateor (“deceiver”), from Old French barater, bareter (“to deceive, cheat, barter”). Compare barter (intransitive verb).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
barrater
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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