The word "draggled" is spelled with a double "g" and "l" in the middle. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈdræɡəld/. The "dr" sound is represented by /dr/, the "a" sound is represented by /æ/, the double "g" sound is represented by /ɡ/, the "l" sound is represented by /l/, and the "ed" ending is represented by /əld/. "Draggled" means to become wet and dirty by dragging through mud or water, and is commonly used to describe disheveled hair or clothing.
The term "draggled" refers to something or someone that is disheveled, untidy, or dirty, generally as a result of being dragged or soaked in water, mud, or other substances. It is often used to describe the appearance of clothes, hair, or overall appearance of an individual after being exposed to wetness or mess.
When an object or person is considered draggled, it typically indicates that they have been pulled or dragged around, resulting in a tattered or unkempt look. This could be caused by walking or falling in a puddle, splashing in mud, or any situation where the item or individual has encountered elements that have left them wet and dirty. Additionally, it can be used metaphorically to describe the dishevelment of other non-tangible things such as plans or ideas.
The term "draggled" often implies a state of being in need of cleaning or repairing. It captures the sense of disorder or untidiness that arises from being dragged or soaked, suggesting a lack of care or attention to personal appearance or tidiness. Overall, this term conveys an image of being damp, messy, and unkempt, whether literally or metaphorically, and it is commonly used to describe both things and people who have been subjected to such conditions.
Dirtied by being drawn over mud.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "draggled" has its roots in the Old English language. It is derived from the verb "draggian", which means "to pull, drag, or draw across". Over time, the suffix "-le" was added to form the adjective "draggol", meaning "soiled or dirty by being dragged". Eventually, this word evolved into "draggled", which is used to describe something, especially clothing or hair, that has become wet, dirty, or disorderly through dragging or being dragged.