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low–down
adjective \ˈlō-(ˌ)dau̇n\
: morally bad : dishonest and unfair
Full Definition of LOW-DOWN
1
: contemptible, base <a low–down dirty liar>
2
: deeply emotional <low–down blues>
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First Known Use of LOW-DOWN
1850
Related to LOW-DOWN
- Synonyms
- base, contemptible, currish, despicable, detestable, dirty, dishonorable, execrable, ignominious, low, low-down, low-minded, mean, nasty, paltry, snide, sordid, vile, wretched
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