rags

[rægz]

rags Definition

• 1. old, torn, or frayed pieces of cloth or clothing
• 2. worn-out or tattered clothing

Using rags: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rags" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was dressed in rags and looked very poor.

• Example

  She used old rags to clean the floors.

• Example

  The beggar was wearing rags and had no shoes on his feet.

rags Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rags

• scraps
• tatters
• shreds
• clouts

Antonyms for rags

• finery
• luxury

Phrases with rags

• from rags to riches

  a phrase indicating a rise from poverty to wealth or success

  Example

  He went from rags to riches after starting his own business.

• rags to riches story

  a narrative of someone who started out with nothing and became successful

  Example

  Her rags to riches story inspired many people to pursue their dreams.

• rags and bones

  a phrase used to describe a person who is very thin and looks unhealthy

  Example

  After being lost in the wilderness for days, he returned home looking like rags and bones.

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Summary: rags in Brief

The term 'rags' [rægz] refers to old, worn-out, or tattered pieces of cloth or clothing. It can be used to describe someone's clothing, such as 'He was dressed in rags and looked very poor,' or for cleaning purposes, such as 'She used old rags to clean the floors.' The phrase 'from rags to riches' describes a rise from poverty to wealth or success.