Forworn

/fɔrˈwɔrn/ adjective

Definition

completely worn out; exhausted from use or wear; tattered and damaged.

Etymology

From Old English 'for-' (completely) + 'worn' (past participle of wear). Describes something utterly destroyed through use.

Kelly Says

Shakespeare used this word to describe aged warriors and tattered cloaks—it's the ultimate level of wear, when something isn't just old but falling apart!

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