Shoddyite
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈʃɒdiˌaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shoddyite is a noun meaning (archaic, slang, derogatory) A nouveau riche or social climber.
Meaning
(archaic, slang, derogatory) A nouveau riche or social climber.
More Meanings
- (archaic, slang, derogatory) A supplier who profited from United States government contracts during the Civil War by supplying cheap, inferior goods.
Word Forms
- shoddyites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sheeny, alrightnik, shack, snoot, shiteater, shitness.
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