Packrat
noun
A person who collects and keeps items, often in an excessive or disorganized manner.
She is such a packrat that her room is filled with items she rarely uses.
Usage tips
Neutral
collecting habits,cluttered spaces,hoarding behavior
noun
A person who collects and keeps items, often in an excessive or disorganized manner.
She is such a packrat that her room is filled with items she rarely uses.
Usage tips
Neutral
collecting habits,cluttered spaces,hoarding behavior
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Use
Understand that in some cultures, collecting items is seen as a valuable trait rather than clutter.
She was praised for her packrat tendencies during the family gathering.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Use with caution as it can imply a negative aspect of someone’s personality due to clutter.
People often refer to him as a packrat after seeing his messy garage.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Nuance
Recognize that 'packrat' can describe passionate collectors as well.
In the world of collectibles, she is not just a packrat; she’s an expert.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Use
Understand that in some cultures, collecting items is seen as a valuable trait rather than clutter.
She was praised for her packrat tendencies during the family gathering.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Use with caution as it can imply a negative aspect of someone’s personality due to clutter.
People often refer to him as a packrat after seeing his messy garage.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Nuance
Recognize that 'packrat' can describe passionate collectors as well.
In the world of collectibles, she is not just a packrat; she’s an expert.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Use
Understand that in some cultures, collecting items is seen as a valuable trait rather than clutter.
She was praised for her packrat tendencies during the family gathering.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Use with caution as it can imply a negative aspect of someone’s personality due to clutter.
People often refer to him as a packrat after seeing his messy garage.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Nuance
Recognize that 'packrat' can describe passionate collectors as well.
In the world of collectibles, she is not just a packrat; she’s an expert.
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