Meaning of the word dingy in English

What does dingy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dingy

US /ˈdɪn.dʒi/
UK /ˈdɪn.dʒi/
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Adjective

gloomy and drab; dark and often dirty

Example:
The room was dingy and smelled of old smoke.
He lived in a dingy little apartment near the station.