Word: Dog-eared
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: The term "dog-eared" has two main uses: 1. It describes a book or a page that has been worn out or damaged, usually because the corners of the pages have been folded down. This often happens when someone frequently reads a book and bends its pages. 2. More generally, it can describe something that looks old, worn, or shabby because it has been used a lot.
Usage Instructions: - You can use "dog-eared" when talking about books or papers that show signs of wear and tear. - It can also be used metaphorically to describe anything that looks tired or old due to frequent use.
Examples: - "I found an old dog-eared book on the shelf; it had many pages with the corners turned down." - "His dog-eared notebook was filled with ideas and sketches from years of use."
Advanced Usage: - You can also use "dog-eared" in a figurative sense to describe people or objects that show signs of age or wear due to repeated use, for example, "After years of traveling, her suitcase looked quite dog-eared."
Word Variants: - Dog-ear (noun): The corner of a page that has been folded down. - Example: "She turned down the dog-ear of the page to mark her spot." - Dog-earedness (noun): The quality of being dog-eared.
Different Meaning: - While the primary meaning relates to physical wear, "dog-eared" can also imply something that has been loved and used a lot, suggesting a certain charm or nostalgia.