Definition

Thin and bony, often with a rough or uneven appearance.

Example

The scraggy dog looked like it hadn't eaten in days.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that cat in the alley?

Yeah, it looks so scraggy and thin.

I wonder if someone is taking care of it.

I hope so; it deserves a warm home.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scraggy → This word originates from Old English 'scrag', meaning to hang loosely or to be thin and ragged. The term describes something that is thin, ragged, or unkempt in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'thin and ragged' — that's what scraggy means, reflecting its Old English roots.

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