tattered — torn and frayed; worn out or rugged
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: torn and frayed; worn out or rugged
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtætərd/
Korean meaning: 찢어지고 해진; 너덜너덜한
Korean pronunciation: 태-터드 (강세: 태)
Example Sentences
- After years of use, his favorite teddy bear was completely tattered but still beloved.
- The superhero's cape looked pretty tattered after fighting a giant blender monster.
- My tattered notes from high school somehow helped me pass the college exam.
tattered
ADJECTIVE//ˈtætərd//
torn and frayed; worn out or rugged
Torn and frayed clothing
Tattered uniform, medals scattered, memories shattered
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🌳Etymology
Origin
16세기 중세 영어에서 유래된 단어로, '찢어진 천조각'을 의미하는 'tatter'에서 파생되었습니다. 마치 오래된 깃발이 바람에 찢어져 너덜거리는 모습을 연상시키는 단어입니다.
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📝Examples
“After years of use, his favorite teddy bear was completely tattered but still beloved.”
“The superhero's cape looked pretty tattered after fighting a giant blender monster.”
“My tattered notes from high school somehow helped me pass the college exam.”
“The pirate's tattered map led to a treasure chest full of... expired coupons.”
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