Definition of "rantipole" []

• An unruly, rude young person. (noun)
• A rakish person. (noun)
• To act like a rantipole. (verb)

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• "She has given up all those that I used to call her rantipole acquaintance."
• "Nicholas Woodeson savours every line of the rantipole, self-regarding Mr Prince who proudly announces "I am the American King Lear" and Keeley Hawes elegantly makes a case for Ben's reproving but desolate wife."
• "And now, my dear Severn, when you have read this rantipole page, walk soberly into your bed-room, put on your night cap, heave a sigh, squeeze a tear out if you can, and lament over my unfortunate, sad, lost state; while I roar with laughter at all wise fellows like yourself."