shabbily-finished
|shab-bi-ly-fin-ished|
B2
/ˈʃæbɪli ˈfɪnɪʃt/
poorly completed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shabbily-finished' originates from the word 'shabby,' which comes from the English word 'shab,' meaning 'worn out.'
Historical Evolution
'shabby' evolved from the English word 'shab,' and 'finished' was added to describe the state of completion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'shabby' meant 'worn out or frayed,' but in combination with 'finished,' it evolved to describe something poorly completed.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
poorly or carelessly completed, often resulting in a substandard appearance or quality.
The house was shabbily-finished, with peeling paint and uneven floors.
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Last updated: 2025/04/09 03:54