blimy

/ˈblɪmi/

Definitions

1. adjective

weathered from the sea, especially with barnacles or shells attached, often referring to ships or boats.

“The old, blimy ship had been sailing the ocean for decades.”

2. noun

a ship or boat that has been weathered from the sea, especially with barnacles or shells attached.

“The museum displayed a model of the historic blimy vessel.”

Synonyms

  • encrusted
  • weathered

Antonyms

  • smooth
  • unweathered