adjective
General Slang
jaggy
JAG-ee · adjective · informal
Prickly or sharp; 'jaggy nettles' sting
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Prickly, spiky or sharp to the touch.
“Watch the jaggy nettles by the fence.”
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jaggy In A Sentence
Watch the jaggy nettles by the fence.
Origin & Usage
Scots, from 'jag' (a prick or sharp point) + '-y'.
People Also Ask
What does 'jaggy' mean?
It means prickly, spiky or sharp to the touch. The classic example is 'jaggy nettles', which sting.
How do you use 'jaggy'?
To describe anything sharp or prickly, e.g. 'Watch the jaggy nettles' or 'That jumper's awfy jaggy'.
Where does 'jaggy' come from?
It comes from the Scots noun 'jag', meaning a prick or sharp point, plus the ending '-y'.
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