rubbly

adjective

rub·​bly
ˈrəb(ə)lē
: relating to, abounding in, composed of, or resembling rubble
rubbly formation
rubbly coal

Word History

First Known Use

1724, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rubbly was in 1724

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“Rubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rubbly. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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