The difference between Rat out and Snitch

When used as verbs, rat out means to inform authorities (about someone), whereas snitch means to steal, quickly and quietly.


Snitch is also noun with the meaning: a thief.

check bellow for the other definitions of Rat out and Snitch

  1. Rat out as a verb (slang, derogatory, transitive):

    To inform authorities (about someone); to tell on (somebody).

    Examples:

    "Don't you dare rat me out or I'll kill you!"

  1. Snitch as a verb (transitive):

    To steal, quickly and quietly.

  2. Snitch as a verb (transitive):

    To inform on, especially in betrayal of others.

  3. Snitch as a verb (slang, transitive):

    To contact or cooperate with the police for any reason.

  1. Snitch as a noun:

    A thief.

  2. Snitch as a noun:

    An informer, usually one who betrays his group.

  3. Snitch as a noun (British):

    A nose.

  4. Snitch as a noun:

    A tiny morsel.