disorderly

Etymology

adj

  1. Not in order; marked by disorder or disarray.
    The books and papers are in a disorderly state.
  2. Not acting in an orderly way, as the functions of the body or mind.
  3. Not complying with the restraints of order and law; unruly; lawless.
    disorderly people; disorderly assemblies
  4. (law) Offensive to good morals and public decency.
    a disorderly house

noun

  1. A person who acts in a disorderly manner.
    The police are allowed one shilling a-head upon all disorderlies who are discharged by the magistrates upon payment of expenses. The number so discharged are about a third of the number in custody. 1843, Parliamentary Papers, volumes 25-26, page 140

adv

  1. In a confused or lawless manner.

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