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The correct spelling is dirty.
How to pronounce dirty
/ˈdɜːti/
verbIPA: /ˈdɜːti/
Say it like: Dir-tee
The correct spelling is dirty. To make (something) dirty. For example: "Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty."
Usage Examples
“Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty.”
“Don't put that in your mouth, dear. It's dirty.”
“At the reception, Uncle Nick got drunk and told dirty jokes to the bridesmaids.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To make (something) dirty.
- 2.To stain or tarnish (somebody) with dishonor.
- 3.To debase by distorting the real nature of (something).
- 4.To become soiled.
adjective
- 1.Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.
- 2.That makes one unclean; corrupting, infecting.
- 3.Morally unclean; obscene or indecent, especially sexually.
- 4.Dishonourable; violating accepted standards or rules.
- 5.Corrupt, illegal, or improper.
adverb
- 1.In a dirty manner.
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