rate tart en · NOUN
Etymology
rate + tart i.e., rate, as in "rate of interest", and tart, UK slang for a prostitute, referring to the promiscuity (in the sense of indiscriminate choice) of such a person.
Meanings
- (UK, derogatory, informal) A holder of a credit card or bank account who frequently and intentionally changes providers to take advantage of an offer of a low interest rate established to attract new customers.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| rate tarts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |