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SMUDGY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does smudgy mean?
• SMUDGY (adjective)
The adjective SMUDGY has 1 sense:
1. smeared with something that soils or stains; these words are often used in combination
Familiarity information: SMUDGY used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Smeared with something that soils or stains; these words are often used in combination
Context example:
ink-smudged fingers
Similar:
dirty; soiled; unclean (soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime)
Derivation:
smudge (a blemish made by dirt)
Context examples
When he had gathered a heap he built a fire,—a smouldering, smudgy fire,—and put a tin pot of water on to boil.
(Love of Life and Other Stories, by Jack London)
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