Definition

Having a texture or appearance similar to waste material from metal production, often used to describe something that is rough or of poor quality.

Example

The construction site was filled with slaggy debris that made it difficult to walk.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how slaggy the work was in that last project?

Yeah, it really did look rough around the edges.

I hope our next project doesn't turn out slaggy like that one.

Me too! We should definitely focus on quality this time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slaggy → The word 'slaggy' is derived from 'slag' (from Old English *slagga*, meaning waste material from metal smelting) and the suffix '-y' (meaning characterized by). Thus, 'slaggy' describes something that is characterized by or resembling slag, often referring to a material that is waste or residue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'slag' as waste material from metal processing, and remember that 'slaggy' means something that is like or full of that waste.

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