Scruffy

Scruffy

British meaning untidy, shabby in appearance.

Etymology & History

British untidy, unkempt. British appearance criticism. 'Scruffy Herbert' British disheveled person. Working-class British grooming judgment. Reflects British tidiness standards vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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