tattered

Meanings

• adjective

  Worn out, in a state of decay or disrepair.

  - "The old book was tattered and falling apart."
  - "Despite the tattered condition of the clothes, they were still worn with pride."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tattered
natter , shatter , scatter

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Variants

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tattered , tatter , tattering , tatters

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Etymology

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From Old English teretan, meaning 'to wear away, make threadbare'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'tattered' is often used to describe the condition of old books or documents.

2. In some cultures, wearing tattered clothing is seen as a sign of poverty or spiritual humility.

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Related Concepts

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1. worn out: A state of decay or disrepair, often used interchangeably with 'tattered'.

2. threadbare: A term synonymous with 'tattered', describing something that is worn out and worn through.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'tattered' is often used to describe worn-out or decayed objects or characters, evoking a sense of nostalgia or melancholy.

How to Memorize "tattered"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a worn-out book or piece of clothing to visualize the meaning of 'tattered'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tattered' with the image of something worn out and in disrepair.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Threadbare And Tattered' to remember the meaning of the term.

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