Main Entry: pet·u·lant
Pronunciation: -l&nt
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin or Middle French; Middle French, from Latin petulant-, petulans; akin to Latin petere to go to, attack, seek -- more at FEATHER
1 : insolent or rude in speech or behavior
2 : characterized by temporary or capricious ill humor : PEEVISH
- pet·u·lant·ly adverb
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