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unkempt
01
(of hair) not brushed or cut neatly
Examples
His unkempt hair suggested he had just rolled out of bed.
She ran a comb through her unkempt curls before heading out.
02
(of an appearance) not washed, neat, or cared for
Examples
After a long hike, their unkempt appearance did n't bother them; the adventure was more important.
The artist 's studio was a creative mess, with canvases, brushes, and unkempt papers scattered around.
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