ragged
/ˈræɡɪd/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5771 in the learning path
破旧的；衣衫褴褛的
Definitions
adj. torn and worn, or wearing clothes in this condition
破旧的；衣衫褴褛的
adj. having an uneven edge, outline, or pattern
参差不齐的；不规则的
Example
He patched the ragged sleeves of his old coat.
他补好了旧外套上破破烂烂的袖子。
Discarded clothing, including ragged garments, can be recycled into insulation rather than sent to landfill.
废弃衣物，包括破旧衣服，可以回收制成隔热材料，而非送往垃圾填埋场。
Collocations
- ragged clothes
- ragged edges
- ragged breathing
Word family
- rag (n.)
- raggedly (adv.)
- raggedness (n.)
Synonyms
- tattered
- shabby
Usage tip
形容词ragged读两个音节，结尾为/ɪd/。
FAQ
- What does ragged mean?
- torn and worn, or wearing clothes in this condition having an uneven edge, outline, or pattern
- How is ragged pronounced?
- UK /ˈræɡɪd/, US /ˈræɡɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
