adj
raggedy
RA-gih-dee
adj
1
Torn, tattered, or shabby-looking (informal).
"The doll had a raggedy old dress and one missing button eye."
How to Use Raggedy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA softer, more casual way of saying "ragged" or "tattered."
When to use it
Informal; often used affectionately, especially about clothes or toys.
Word Forms
raggedier comparative, raggediest superlative
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Etymology
Formed from "ragged" plus the informal ending "-y."