CUT-THROAT


Meaning of CUT-THROAT in English

■ noun

1》 dated a murderer or other violent criminal.

2》 (also ~ trout ) a trout of western North America, with red or orange markings under the jaw. [ Salmo clarki .]

■ adjective

1》 ruthless and intense: ~ competition.

2》 (of some card games) played by three rather than four players.

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