shoddily-built
|shod-di-ly-built|
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/ˈʃɑːdɪli bɪlt/
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/ˈʃɒdɪli bɪlt/
(shoddy)
poor quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shoddy' originates from the English word 'shoddy,' which referred to inferior quality woolen cloth made from recycled wool.
Historical Evolution
'shoddy' was used in the 19th century to describe inferior goods, and 'shoddily-built' evolved to describe poorly constructed items.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'shoddy' referred to recycled wool, but it evolved to mean anything of poor quality.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or made in a poor or inferior manner.
The shoddily-built house couldn't withstand the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/02/18 21:46