Stragglier: meaning, definitions and examples

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stragglier

 

[ ˈstræɡli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing appearance

Straggly refers to something that is irregular, unkempt, or tangled in its appearance. It often describes hair, plants, or any disheveled aspect that lacks order or neatness.

Synonyms

disheveled, messy, scruffy, untidy.

Examples of usage

  • Her straggly hair blew in the wind.
  • The straggly weeds overtook the garden.
  • The dog had a straggly coat that needed grooming.

Translations

Translations of the word "stragglier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estragador

🇮🇳 बिगाड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Zerstreuung

🇮🇩 penghambat

🇺🇦 знервований

🇵🇱 rozpraszacz

🇯🇵 散漫な人

🇫🇷 dissipateur

🇪🇸 dispersor

🇹🇷 dağıtıcı

🇰🇷 흩어지게 하는 사람

🇸🇦 مبدد

🇨🇿 rozptýlený

🇸🇰 rozptýlený

🇨🇳 分散者

🇸🇮 razpršilec

🇮🇸 dreifari

🇰🇿 шашыраушы

🇬🇪 გაცდენილი

🇦🇿 yayılma

🇲🇽 dispersor

Etymology

The word 'straggly' is derived from the verb 'straggle,' which means to move in a lazy or aimless way, likely in reference to a wayward or scattered path. The origin of 'straggle' can be traced back to the early 19th century, combining the Old English 'stracian,' meaning to stray or to wander, with a diminutive suffix. The adjective form emerged to describe things that appeared disordered or not well-kept, often conveying a sense of randomness and unevenness.