MUDDY Meaning and
Definition
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Muddy is an adjective used to describe a substance or surface that is covered or saturated with mud, a thick and slimy mixture of dirt and water. It suggests that the surface or substance is not clear, neat, or easy to distinguish due to the presence of a thick, sticky, and often brownish layer of mud. When something is muddy, it typically lacks cleanliness and is associated with grime or dirtiness.
The term muddy is commonly used to describe outdoor or natural environments, particularly after heavy rainfall or in areas with wet soil. It is often used to describe the condition of roads, paths, or trails that have been affected by rain or water, causing them to become slippery, dirty, and difficult to walk or drive on. Similarly, muddy can be used to depict the condition of rivers, lakes, or other bodies of water when the sediments or particles in the water make it cloudy and obscure its transparency.
Figuratively, muddy can also be used to describe unclear or confusing situations, ideas, or statements. When something is described as muddy, it implies that it lacks clarity, precision, or conclusiveness, making it hard to understand or interpret. In this sense, muddy can refer to something that is hazy, vague, or ambiguous, hindering comprehension or creating uncertainty.
Overall, muddy typically describes something that is dirty, unclean, obscured, or lacking clarity due to the presence of mud or figuratively, due to a lack of clear and concise information.
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• Consisting of mud; turbid; dirty; impure; soiled or besmeared with mud; cloudy in mind; dull or stupid.
• To soil with mud; to dirty; to cloud.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of MUDDY
The word "muddy" comes from the Old English word "modig" which means 'dirty, grimy, or cloudy.' Over time, the word evolved to "mudig" and eventually transformed into "muddy" in Middle English. Its original root is uncertain, but it could potentially be related to the Proto-Germanic word "mud-" which means 'wet soil or slime.' So, the word "muddy" has been used for centuries to describe something covered in or containing mud, bringing to mind the concept of dirtiness or muddiness.
Idioms with the word MUDDY
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muddy the water
The idiom "muddy the water" means to make a situation less clear, confusing, or complex, often by introducing irrelevant information or obfuscating the truth. It can also refer to causing confusion or uncertainty in a discussion or argument by introducing contradictory statements or opinions.
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muddy sth up
To "muddy something up" means to make a situation or matter more complicated, confused, or unclear. It refers to the act of adding confusion or complexity to an already complex situation, making it harder to understand or resolve.
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muddy the waters
The idiom "muddy the waters" means to obscure or complicate a situation, making it difficult to understand or find clarity. It refers to the act of deliberately creating confusion or adding complexity in order to make something less clear or understandable.
Similar spelling words for MUDDY
Conjugate verb Muddy
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