scuzzy

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Definition of scuzzy in English English dictionary

Dirty or grimy

Disreputable; sleazy

Something that is scuzzy is dirty or disgusting. a scuzzy drug district in New York. unpleasant and dirty = disgusting (Perhaps from disgusting). SCSI

{s} unpleasant, disagreeable, seamy; vulgar; disgusting, repulsive

Etymology

[ 'sk&-zE ] (adjective.) 1969. 1960's, US, colloquial, expressive coinage, with influence from scum, fuzzy, lousy, sleazy. First attested use is in reference to Ratso Rizzo in Midnight Cowboy (1969).