Scratty
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskɹati/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Scratty is an adjective meaning (colloquial, chiefly UK) Thin, meagre; unkempt.
Meaning
(colloquial, chiefly UK) Thin, meagre; unkempt.
Example Sentences
Her charm was in the toss of her head as she climbed the scratty trees that lined the River Rundle.
Odd that her head, so small now with the scratty cap of hair, was still heavy enough to dent the pillow down.
Oriental girls – and how did she think she could compete with them? Abi Righton, poor skin, scratty hair, wonky teeth.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scrabbly, scrimpy, scrattling, scroungy, scraggly, scruffy.
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