shivey

/ˈʃiːvi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a shaggy or unkempt appearance, especially of hair

“He had a shivey beard that needed a trim.”

2. noun

a small, rough, or uneven piece of something, especially wood

“The carpenter found a shivey piece of wood in the pile.”

Synonyms

  • hairy
  • shaggy
  • unkempt
  • unruly

Antonyms

  • neat
  • smooth
  • tidy
  • well-groomed