Dusty

/ˈdʌsti/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Covered with or resembling dust; not clean.
The dusty old shelves in the attic had not been touched in years.
Lacking brightness or clarity; dim.
She gazed out at the dusty horizon, where the sun was beginning to set.
Old-fashioned or out of date.
His dusty ideas about education are no longer relevant in today's world.

Etymology

Middle English. From dust + -y.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dusty trails:
Paths covered with dust, often indicating wear or age.
dusty old attic:
A neglected and storage-filled space often associated with memories.
dusty corners:
Areas that are often neglected or left uncleaned.

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Slang Meanings

Describes someone or something as outdated or old.
That album is so dusty, no one listens to it anymore.
Referring to a person who is uncool or boring.
Don’t be dusty, join us for the party!