blow·sy
| \ ˈblau̇-zē
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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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blowsy. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.
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blowsy
adjective
English 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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