Pronunciation: [ɹˈatɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "ratting" is spelled with a double "t" because it follows the rule of doubling consonants after a short vowel sound in English. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced as /ˈrætɪŋ/. The first syllable /ræ/ is pronounced with the short "a" sound, followed by the double "t" consonant that separates the two syllables. The second syllable /tɪŋ/ rhymes with the word "sing" and is pronounced with a short "i" sound.
Ratting is a term that can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In its most common usage, ratting refers to the act of betraying or informing on someone, typically to authorities or law enforcement agencies. This act is often done to reveal confidential or incriminating information about another person's wrongdoings, with the intention of gaining favor or avoiding punishment oneself. The act of ratting is generally seen as disloyal and deceitful.
In a different context, ratting can refer to the act of exterminating or capturing rats, particularly in order to rid an area of a rat infestation. This usage often involves the use of traps, poisons, or other methods to control or eliminate the rat population.
Additionally, ratting can also be associated with a form of dog sport or hobby, where dogs are trained to hunt and catch rats in specially designed arenas or on purpose-built courses. In this context, the term ratting refers to the activity of the dogs, as they search for, flush out, and sometimes apprehend rats.
Overall, the term ratting encompasses various meanings, encompassing betrayal, rodent control, and dog sports, depending on the particular context in which it is used.
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The word "ratting" derives from the noun "rat". The etymology of the term can be traced back to the Old English word "ræt", which ultimately has Germanic origins. Over time, this word has evolved to refer to the rodent known as a rat. Additionally, the verb form "ratting" originated in the early 19th century, primarily in British English, to describe the act of hunting or catching rats. The term "ratting" is often used metaphorically to refer to the act of betraying or informing on someone, similar to how rats were associated with being deceitful or treacherous.
