Roadworn
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Worn out by long travel on roads, or (figurative) in a damaged or depleted state due to constant or prolonged usage or exertion.
"Now that they were close, Lirith could see the vehicles were more than a little roadworn: wood cracked, gilt peeled, and dust flecked sun-faded paint."
Example
More examples"Now that they were close, Lirith could see the vehicles were more than a little roadworn: wood cracked, gilt peeled, and dust flecked sun-faded paint."
Etymology
From road + worn.
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