Associations to the word «Shabbiness»

Wiktionary

SHABBINESS, noun. The property of being shabby.

Dictionary definition

SHABBINESS, noun. A lack of elegance as a consequence of wearing threadbare or dirty clothing.
SHABBINESS, noun. An unjust act.

Wise words

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