Guttersnipe
(noun)
- A child who lives and plays in the streets and is considered to be of low social status.
- A person of low birth or social standing, especially one who is dirty or disreputable.
Origin:
Formed by combining 'gutter' and 'snipe', where 'gutter' refers to a low-lying area in the street where water and waste run, and 'snipe' is a slang term for a person considered to be of low or undesirable social status.
Examples:
- The guttersnipe was known for causing trouble and stealing food from local markets.
- The police were called to the alley where a group of guttersnipes were causing a disturbance.
- The philanthropist decided to start a program to help the guttersnipes by providing them with education and shelter.
- Despite his rough exterior, the guttersnipe had a kind heart and would always help those in need.
- The guttersnipe's life took a turn for the better when he was offered a job and a place to stay by a local businessman.