"dowdyism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From dowdy + -ism. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|dowdy|ism}} dowdy + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} dowdyism (uncountable)
  1. (dated) A plain, unfashionable style of dress. Tags: dated, uncountable Categories (topical): Fashion
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