DIRTY
/ΛdΙΛti/
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Definition
/ΛdΙΛti/
verb
- To make (something) dirty.
- To stain or tarnish (somebody) with dishonor.
- To debase by distorting the real nature of (something).
- To become soiled.
adjective
- Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.“Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty.”
- That makes one unclean; corrupting, infecting.“Don't put that in your mouth, dear. It's dirty.”
- Morally unclean; obscene or indecent, especially sexually.“At the reception, Uncle Nick got drunk and told dirty jokes to the bridesmaids.”
- Dishonourable; violating accepted standards or rules.“He might have scored, but it was a dirty trick that won him the penalty.”
- Corrupt, illegal, or improper.“I won't accept your dirty money!”
adverb
- In a dirty manner.“to play dirty”
Source: Wiktionary
