Etymology:
Meaning:
Bedraggled means wet, dirty, and often torn or unkempt. It describes something or someone that looks untidy and disheveled, as if they have been dragged through a hedge or exposed to harsh weather conditions.
Origin:
The word bedraggled originated in Old English, from the verb "dragan," meaning "to draw" or "to drag." It originally referred to things that had been pulled or dragged through mud, water, or other messy substances. Over time, the meaning expanded to include anything that was unkempt, soiled, or disheveled.
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