Alternative form of ghost at the feast

Alternative spelling of spectre at the feast

Alternative form of down at heel

Alternative form of down at heel

(literally, of footwear, hyphenated when used attributively) In poor condition, especially due to having worn heels; worn-out, shabby.

To pretend to be a different person while playing a game. / To do something in a manner that lacks seriousness, commitment, or professionalism. / (archaic) To play (a game).

(idiomatic) A better situation after long hardship. / A vision of a bright light, surrounded by darkness, seen by a dying person

(transitive, idiomatic) To assign responsibility for (something) to (someone).

(idiomatic) A presence that mars one's enjoyment by causing guilt or reviving unwelcome memories.

(transitive) To weigh in at; to weigh.