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tatter
This term evokes a sense of decay, neglect, or violent destruction. It describes a state of extreme wear where a material is no longer a cohesive whole but a collection of frayed edges and holes. While a rag might be a functional cleaning tool, a tatter suggests a remnant of something that was once proud or intact, such as a flag or a garment, now reduced to a pathetic state.
When used as a verb, it describes the process of gradual disintegration caused by environmental stress or mechanical friction. It is frequently associated with the elements, particularly wind and salt, creating a visual image of fabric fluttering and ripping apart over time.
Meanings
Examples
The old flag was reduced to a mere tatter by the wind.
His clothes were in tatters after the long journey through the woods.
The wind will tatter the sails if we do not secure them.
Look at this sleeve, it is just a tatter of silk now.
The soldiers wore uniforms that had been tattered by years of war.
I cannot believe you are wearing a shirt in tatters to the interview.
The ghost appeared wearing a gown that was nothing more than tatters.
Time and salt air tatter the nets of the fishermen.