English Dictionary

rattletrap

noun

(informal) A mechanical device, particularly an automobile, that is worn out, run down, or mechanically unreliable as indicated by noises it makes in operation.

I saw an old rattletrap parked on the street.

意味（1）

(informal) A mechanical device, particularly an automobile, that is worn out, run down, or mechanically unreliable as indicated by noises it makes in operation.

Mom always worried about our safety in my friend's rattletrap. I told her not to worry, as it can't go fast enough to be dangerous.

意味（2）

(dated) Any piece of miscellaneous equipment or junk.

And they tumbled about the rattletraps under the cupboard, and rummaged the drawers in search of the sacred volume.

意味（3）

(dated, slang, derogatory) A person's mouth.

Shut your rattletrap!