fusty /ˈfʌstɪ/ ( fustier, fustiest )

• 1. 

  ADJ If you describe something or someone as fusty, you disapprove of them because they are old-fashioned in attitudes or ideas. (思想或态度)守旧的 [表不满]

  例：

  The fusty old establishment refused to recognize the demand for popular music.

  古板、迂腐的当权派拒绝承认对流行乐的需求。

• 2. 

  ADJ A fusty place or thing has a smell that is not fresh or pleasant. 霉臭的 [usu ADJ n]

  例：

  ...fusty old carpets.

  ...霉臭的旧地毯。