Idiom: Dirt-Poor
Meanings
Inversion of earlier poor as dirt (compare whip-smart / smart as a whip).
How to pronounce "dirt-poor":
AU
In a condition of extreme poverty.
Example Sentences
1
Growing up, my family was dirt-poor and we struggled to make ends meet.
2
After losing his job, he became dirt-poor and had to sell his belongings to survive.
3
The small village was dirt-poor, with most residents living in dire poverty.
4
She came from a dirt-poor background but managed to build a successful career.
5
The neighborhood was known for its dirt-poor living conditions and lack of resources.
