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shoddy

Syllabification: (shod·dy)
Pronunciation: /ˈSHädē/
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Definition of shoddy

adjective (shoddier, shoddiest)

  • badly made or done:we’re not paying good money for shoddy goods
  • lacking moral principle; sordid:a shoddy misuse of the honor system

noun

  • an inferior quality yarn or fabric made from the shredded fiber of waste woolen cloth or clippings.

Derivatives

shoddily

Pronunciation: /-əlē/
adverb

shoddiness

noun

Origin:

mid 19th century: of unknown origin

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