What does “daggy” mean?

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Oh, this is a fun one — it's an Australian/New Zealand slang word!

So "daggy" basically means something (or someone) looks a little uncool, unfashionable, or a bit silly — but usually in a harmless, even lovable way. It's not really a mean word, more like playful teasing.

Like, imagine your dad wears old, mismatched clothes around the house — you'd say "Dad, you look so daggy!" Or if someone tells a really cheesy joke, a friend might laugh and go "Ugh, you're so daggy, I love it."

It can also mean something that's a bit plain or boring style-wise — like "That sweater is pretty daggy, maybe try a different one."

The cool thing is, "daggy" often comes with warmth — it's rarely truly mean, more like a gentle, funny tease between friends.

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