The Open Dictionary

riff-raff

noun

UK/ˈrɪf.ræf/
US/ˈrɪf.ræf/

Definitions of riff-raff noun

  1. Plural

    People who are considered disreputable or of a lower social status; can also refer to a disorganized and undesirable group.

    • The club tried to keep out the riff-raff by having a strict membership policy.

    • They didn't want to be associated with the riff-raff.

    • The neighborhood is trying to shake its reputation as a haven for riff-raff.