the worse for wear
US /ðə wɜrs fɔr wɛr/
UK /ðə wɜrs fɔr wɛr/
1.
낡은, 닳은
damaged or in poor condition because of a lot of use or age
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After years of travel, his old suitcase was a bit the worse for wear.
수년간의 여행 끝에 그의 낡은 여행 가방은 좀 낡았다.
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The antique chair, though a little the worse for wear, still held its charm.
그 골동품 의자는 좀 낡았지만 여전히 매력을 잃지 않았다.
2.
피곤한, 지친, 술에 취한
feeling tired or unwell, often after a difficult experience or excessive drinking
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After the all-night party, he was definitely the worse for wear.
밤샘 파티 후에 그는 분명히 피곤했다.
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She looked a little the worse for wear after her long flight.
긴 비행 후에 그녀는 좀 지쳐 보였다.