Haggish: meaning, definitions and examples
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haggish
[ หhรฆษกษชส ]
descriptive term
The term 'haggish' is often used to describe something that is ragged or worn-out in appearance. It can refer to clothing or a person's condition that seems unkempt, shabby, or weather-beaten. 'Haggish' often carries connotations of neglect and a lack of care, suggesting a rugged or rough quality. It evokes an image of a weary, possibly streetwise character who has experienced a lot in life but may not have the means to maintain a polished look.
Synonyms
ragged, shabby, tattered, unkempt, worn.
Examples of usage
- He wore a haggish coat that had seen better days.
- The haggish landscape matched the mood of the story.
- She had a haggish appearance after traveling for days.
- The old book had haggish pages, tattered and yellowed.
- His haggish style was quite unique and memorable.
Translations
Translations of the word "haggish" in other languages:
๐ต๐น haggish
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเฅเคเคฟเคถ
๐ฉ๐ช Haggish
๐ฎ๐ฉ haggish
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะฐะณะณัั
๐ต๐ฑ haggish
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฎใใทใฅ
๐ซ๐ท haggish
๐ช๐ธ haggish
๐น๐ท haggish
๐ฐ๐ท ํด๊ธฐ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงุฌูุด
๐จ๐ฟ haggish
๐ธ๐ฐ haggish
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅไป
๐ธ๐ฎ haggish
๐ฎ๐ธ haggish
๐ฐ๐ฟ haggish
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแแแแจแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ haggish
๐ฒ๐ฝ haggish
Etymology
The word 'haggish' comes from the Old Norse word 'haggw', which means 'to hack' or 'to chop', evoking imagery connected to something rough or jagged. Its roots can be traced back to earlier forms of English during the medieval period, where the word began to denote appearances characterized by wear and tear. Over time, 'haggish' evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, often relating to the state of objects or people that show signs of having been through difficult circumstances. It resonates with cultural representations of hardship and survival.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,072, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.