See Also: Buggins' turn(dictionary)
Turn(medicine)
turn-off(dictionary)
turn-down(dictionary)
turn(2)(dictionary)
turn(1)(dictionary)
Turn(finance)
re-turn(dictionary)
out-turn(dictionary)
turn-up(dictionary)

disrepair (iou) and Buggins' turn (iou)


disrepair (iou)



disrepair noun. L18.
[from DIS- 2 + REPAIR noun2.]
The state of being out of repair, or in bad condition for lack of Repairs.
E. Waugh Carpet, curtains and upholstery were inspected for signs of disrepair. J. A. Michener A building fallen into sad disrepair.

Buggins' turn (iou)



Buggins' turn noun phr. E20.
[from Buggins, a 'typical' surname used generically + TURN noun.]
Appointment in rotation rather than by merit.