"Flea-bitten" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Flea-bitten" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Flea-bitten" Meaning
Flea-bitten is an adjective that means having many small spots or marks that resemble the bites of fleas. It is often used to describe something that is worn, worn-out, or has a rough, weathered appearance, as if it had been exposed to the elements. In a more figurative sense, it can also be used to describe something that has been thoroughly defeated or exhausted, as if it has been " bitten" repeatedly by adversity. For example, "The old sofa was flea-bitten and stained, but it still had a certain charm."
"Flea-bitten" Examples
Usage Examples for "Flea-Bitten"
The bed sheets were flea-bitten and needed to be washed again. (#adjective)
After a long hike, John's pants were flea-bitten and covered in mud. (#adjective)
The dog's fur was flea-bitten and itchy, so they took it to the vet. (#adjective)
The old couch was flea-bitten and stained, but it still had character. (#adjective)
The traveller's clothes were flea-bitten from all the public transportation they had used. (#adjective)
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