Dirty

usgb/ˈdɜːrti/
adjective

Not clean.

I need to clean my dirty shoes.
Visual representation of "dirty" - Not clean

Often appears as...

  • dirty clothes
  • dirty car
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Physical Cleanliness

Used for things that can physically accumulate dirt, like objects or body parts.

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Make sure to scrub your hands if they're dirty.
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State of Use

Objects are often called 'dirty' when they have been used and need cleaning.

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After baking, the counters were left dirty.
Visual representation of the word "Dirty"

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