short on looks



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short on looks

Homely; rather plain or unattractive; not aesthetically pleasing. Janet's date was a little short on looks, but she said he was very nice and a true gentleman. So this is our new back garden. It's short on looks at the moment, but once I get the weeds cleared away and some flowers planted, it will be better in no time.
See also: look, on, short

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Melanthios-Greek Mythology, Ancient Greek
Hermogenes-Ancient Greek
PavelPAH-vyel (Russian), PAH-veel (Russian)Russian, Czech, Bulgarian, Slovene, Macedonian
CrispinKRIS-pinEnglish (Rare)
Kaj (2)KIESwedish (Rare)
Moyra-Irish, Scottish