in rags

in rags

In old and/or ripped clothing. I refuse to go out with you if you're in rags—please change.
See also: rag
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in rags

Fig. in worn-out and torn clothing. Oh, look at my clothing. I can't go to the party in rags! I think the new casual fashions make you look as if you're in rags.
See also: rag
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • on one's
  • on someone's
  • (Have you) been OK?
  • pillow-biter
  • out of one's
  • (I've) got to go
  • #dead
  • save someone's skin
  • (something) blows
  • other than (something)
References in periodicals archive
A BABYSITTER who dressed up a tot in rags to take him begging while his unsuspecting parents were at work is facing child cruelty charges.
Thebaby'smumDeng,said:"My son's face was blackened dirty and he was dressed in rags. She is sick.