Meaning of the word threadbare in English
What does threadbare mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
threadbare
US /ˈθred.ber/
UK /ˈθred.beər/
Adjective
1.
having the nap worn off so that the threads show through; shabby
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The old carpet was completely threadbare in places.
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He wore a threadbare coat that was too thin for the cold weather.
2.
used so often that it is no longer effective or interesting; hackneyed
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His excuses for being late were becoming rather threadbare.
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The plot of the movie was a bit threadbare, lacking originality.