Definition of Moth-eaten

1. Adjective. Showing signs of wear and tear. "An old house with dirty windows and tatty curtains"

Exact synonyms: Ratty, Shabby, Tatty
Similar to: Worn
Derivative terms: Shabbiness

2. Adjective. Worn or eaten away by (or as if by) moths. "Moth-eaten blankets"
Exact synonyms: Mothy
Similar to: Worn

3. Adjective. Lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new. "Stale news"
Exact synonyms: Cold, Dusty, Stale
Similar to: Unoriginal
Derivative terms: Staleness

Lexicographical Neighbors of Moth-eaten

moted
motel
motelier
moteliers
motels
motel room
moten
motes
motet
motets
motett
motetts
motey
moth
moth
moth-eaten (current term)
moth-eaten alopecia
moth-resistant
mothball
mothballed
mothballing
mothballs
mothed
mother
mother
mother's boy
mother's daughter
Mother's Day
mother's milk
mother's son

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