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scruffy

/ˈskrʌfi/
/ˈskrʌfi/
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Other forms: scruffier; scruffily; scruffiest

Definitions of scruffy
  1. adjective
    shabby and untidy
    “a surge of ragged scruffy children”
    synonyms: seedy
    worn
    affected by wear; damaged by long use
Pronunciation
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/ˈskrʌfi/
UK
/ˈskrʌfi/
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