scruffy
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Adj — Untidy or shabby in appearance.
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Etymology
From scruff + -y, originally describing something flaky or unkempt-looking, like scurf on skin.
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What does “scruffy” mean?
The word “scruffy” means untidy or shabby in appearance. In plain terms, messy, unkempt, or shabby-looking.
How do you pronounce “scruffy”?
“Scruffy” is pronounced SKRUHF-ee (/ˈskɹʌf.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “scruffy” in a sentence?
Here is “scruffy” used in a sentence: “He showed up in a scruffy t-shirt and jeans.”
What part of speech is “scruffy”?
“Scruffy” is an adjective.