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dowd

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Noun — A person, especially a woman, who dresses in a dull, unfashionable, or frumpy way.

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Etymology

A back-formation from the adjective "dowdy."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dowd” mean?
The word “dowd” means a person, especially a woman, who dresses in a dull, unfashionable, or frumpy way. In plain terms, someone who looks frumpy or old-fashioned rather than stylish.
How do you pronounce “dowd”?
“Dowd” is pronounced dowd (/daʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “dowd” in a sentence?
Here is “dowd” used in a sentence: “She used to be a dowd, but her new stylist completely transformed her look.”
What part of speech is “dowd”?
“Dowd” is a noun.

Related words

dowd cap

Nearby words

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