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blow·sy | \ ˈblau̇-zē 
\
\variants:
or less commonly blowzy
Definition of blowsy
1 : having a sloppy or unkempt appearance or aspect : frowsy
2 : being coarse and ruddy of complexion
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blowsy
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of blowsy
of a woman : not neat or clean in her clothing or appearance and usually fat
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The first known use of blowsy was circa 1712
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