Meaning sleazy
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sleazy


1640s, "downy, fuzzy," later "flimsy, unsubstantial" (1660s), of unknown origin; one theory is that it is a corruption of Silesia, the German region, where thin linen or cotton fab [..]
Source: etymonline.com

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sleazy


The Eastern European region of Silesia was known for its fine cloth. Eventually, so many low-quality imitations wound up on the market that Silesian turned into sleazy.
Source: westegg.com

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sleazy


(adj) morally degraded(adj) of very poor quality; flimsy(adj) of cloth; thin and loosely woven
Source: beedictionary.com

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sleazy


Marked by low quality; inferior; inadequate. Dishonorable; base; vulgar; raunchy; sordid.
Source: en.wiktionary.org





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