Meaning & Definition of word "Scraggly"

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    Scraggly

    /ˈskræɡli/

    adjective:

    • 1. having a rough or worn appearance; lacking in neatness or tidiness.
      • Example: The scraggly bushes along the path made the garden look unkempt.
    • 2. thin and irregular in growth or appearance.
      • Example: His scraggly beard gave him a rugged look that some found appealing.
    • 3. marked by unevenness or irregularity.
      • Example: The scraggly edges of the cardboard made the craft project look haphazard.

    Etymology

    Early 19th century, possibly from the word 'scrag' meaning to reduce or trim.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    scraggly hair:

    Hair that is unkempt and uneven in appearance.

    scraggly beard:

    A beard that is uneven, wild, or untrimmed.

    Related Words

    shaggy:

    Covered with long hair or hanging hairs.

    unkempt:

    Not combed; untidy; messy.

    ragged:

    Having a torn or worn appearance.

    Slang Meanings of scraggly

    Meaning: Looking messy or shabby.

    Example Sentence: After the camping trip, I had a scraggly look with my hair and clothes.

    Meaning: Something that appears worn out or in disrepair.

    Example Sentence: That old couch is scraggly; it's time to get a new one.