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adj
Having a reddish, coarse complexion, especially with a pudgy face.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adj
Slovenly or unkempt, in the manner of a beggar or slattern.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adj
Unrefined, countrified.
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adjective satellite
characteristic of or befitting a slut or slattern; used especially of women
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: blowzy, slatternly, sluttish
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History
Etymology tree English blows(e) Proto-Indo-European *-kos Proto-Germanic *-gaz Proto-West Germanic *-g Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English blowsy From blows(e) + -y.
Across languages
4 source translations are retained for this English entry.
