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Definition squalid in British English

squalid adjective

adjective
/ˈskwɒlɪd/
1

a place that is squalid is dirty and unpleasant

Example

the squalid conditions in the camp

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2

something that is squalid is unpleasant because it involves dishonest, illegal, or immoral behaviour

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Definition squalid in British English