Rodney Dangerfield

English Etymology After stand-up comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who used the catchphrase "I don't get no respect!" and delivered monologues on that theme. Noun en informal Someone who is disrespected. en 1995 Outdoor Delaware 4-5 11 Hard Times for Horseshoe CrabsAfter millions of years, these Rodney Dangerfields of the aquatic kingdom are finally getting some overdue respect. en 1998 Illinois Issues 24 22 These Rodney Dangerfields of statewide office face a more immediate challenge in the next few days: capturing voters' attention. en 2011 Mike Veseth Wine Wars 187 They were the victims, you see, of the Curse of the Blue Nun, which tainted the markets for their products for years. That's why they are the Rodney Dangerfield of wines. en People en eponyms