Pronunciation: [kˈabɪd͡ʒd] (IPA) 
The word "cabbaged" is spelled with two "b's" and one "g". In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be spelled as /ˈkæbɪdʒd/. The "a" in the first syllable is pronounced as a short "a" sound, while the second syllable has a long "i" sound. The "b" and "g" sounds are pronounced separately and not blended together. The word itself means to steal something, particularly in a surreptitious or sneaky manner.
Cabbaged is an adjective that refers to something that is worn out, damaged, or in a ruined condition. It is often used to describe an object or item that has become useless or non-functional due to extensive wear and tear, neglect, or mistreatment.
The term "cabbaged" may also be used to describe a person who is extremely tired, exhausted, or mentally drained. In this context, it implies a state of fatigue or sluggishness that is so extreme that the individual feels completely drained of energy or vitality.
The term originated from the metaphorical comparison of a person or object to a cabbage, which is a leafy vegetable that has a tendency to wither, decay, or become limp when past its prime. This metaphorical association has led to the popular usage of "cabbaged" to describe the state of something that is no longer in good condition or has lost its value.
Overall, the term "cabbaged" denotes an object or person that is in a deteriorated, dilapidated, or exhausted state, highlighting the loss of functionality or vitality. It is commonly used in informal or colloquial contexts to express the condition of something being worn out or an individual who is completely drained.
The word "cabbaged" is derived from the noun "cabbage", which originated from the Middle English word "cabage" in the 14th century. The Middle English word itself came from the Old French word "caboche", meaning "head". The Old French word was derived from the Latin word "caput", meaning "head" as well. Over time, the word "cabbage" came to be used in various idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs, including "cabbaged". In its verb form, "cabbaged" refers to the act of snatching or stealing something, often in a secretive or deceptive manner.
