/kad/ , n.
1. an ill-bred man, esp. one who behaves in a dishonorable or irresponsible way toward women.
2. Brit. Archaic.
a. a local town boy or youth, as contrasted with a university or public school student.
b. a servant at a university or public school.
[ 1780-90; short for CADDIE (def. 2) ]
Syn. 1. bounder, rotter, rascal, rogue; heel.