raggedly
|rag/ged/ly|
B2
/ˈræɡɪdli/
(ragged)
tattered or worn
Etymology
Etymology Information
'raggedly' originates from the Middle English word 'ragged,' which comes from the Old Norse word 'rögg,' meaning 'shaggy tuft.'
Historical Evolution
'ragged' transformed from the Old Norse word 'rögg' and eventually became the modern English word 'raggedly' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'shaggy or rough,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a rough or uneven manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a rough or uneven manner, often with a tattered appearance.
The old flag fluttered raggedly in the wind.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 22:06