adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   flea-ridden
2. 2
   wretched or sordid; mean figuratively
3. 3
   Of horses: having small reddish spots on a lighter ground colour.

Etymology

From flea + bitten.

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