dirty

English

/ˈdɜːti/, /ˈdɝti/

adj
Definitions
  • Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.
  • That makes one unclean; corrupting, infecting.
  • Morally unclean; obscene or indecent, especially sexually.
  • Dishonourable; violating accepted standards or rules.
  • Corrupt, illegal, or improper.
  • Out of tune.
  • Of color, discolored by impurities.
  • (computing) Containing data needing to be written back to memory or disk.
  • (slang) Carrying illegal drugs among one's possessions or inside of one's bloodstream.
  • (informal) Used as an intensifier, especially in conjunction with "great".
  • Sleety; gusty; stormy.
  • (slang) Of an alcoholic beverage, especially a cocktail or mixed drink: served with the juice of olives.
  • Of food, indulgent in an unhealthy way.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English dirti suffix from English dirt.

Origin

English

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