sirrah Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun formerly a contemptuous term of address to an inferior man or boy; often used in anger

WordNet


Sir"rah noun
Etymology
Probably from Icel. sira, fr. F. sire. See Sir.
Definitions
  1. A term of address implying inferiority and used in anger, contempt, reproach, or disrespectful familiarity, addressed to a man or boy, but sometimes to a woman. In sililoquies often preceded by ah. Not used in the plural. "Ah, sirrah mistress." archaic Beau & Fl.
    Go, sirrah, to my cell. Shak.

Webster 1913