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dowd

/dɔʊd/ noun · British & US
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What does dowd mean?

noun

A dowd is a person who is considered unattractive or lacking in style. It can also refer to something that is dull or uninteresting.

Example

"The dowd of the party was the plain, unassuming woman who blended into the background."

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