tattered
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Adj — Torn into rags or shreds; ragged from wear or damage.
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Etymology
From Middle English tatered, related to Old Norse tǫturr ("rag"); later reanalysed as the past participle of the verb "to tatter."
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What does “tattered” mean?
The word “tattered” means torn into rags or shreds; ragged from wear or damage. In plain terms, torn and ragged — used for worn cloth or, figuratively, for something damaged and in poor shape.
How do you pronounce “tattered”?
“Tattered” is pronounced TA-tuhd (/ˈtætɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “tattered” in a sentence?
Here is “tattered” used in a sentence: “The old flag hung tattered and faded from the pole.”
What part of speech is “tattered”?
“Tattered” is an adjective.
Where does the word “tattered” come from?
The word “tattered” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tatered, related to Old Norse tǫturr ("rag"); later reanalysed as the past participle of the verb "to tatter.".
How many meanings does “tattered” have?
“Tattered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: torn into rags or shreds; ragged from wear or damage.