Worse for wear meaning
What does the saying 'Worse for wear' mean?
Idiom: Worse for wear
Meaning:
If something's worse for wear, it has been used for a long time and, consequently, isn't in very good condition. A person who's worse for wear is drunk or high on drugs and looking rough.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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