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scruffy
01
having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out
Example
After a long day of hiking, his clothes looked scruffy and covered in dust.
The old dog had a scruffy coat, but he was full of energy and warmth.
02
(of a man's face) not having been shaved for a long time
Example
He had n't shaved in days, leaving his scruffy face covered in stubble.
The actor sported a scruffy beard for his role as a rugged mountain man.