ship-shape
Neat and orderly
Ship-shape means neat, tidy, and in good order—everything properly arranged and ready for use.
The term comes from the exacting standards of nautical organization, where a well-maintained vessel has all gear stowed and secured: We got the apartment ship-shape before the guests arrived.
Often paired with "Bristol fashion" for emphasis.
Orderly, or undiluted
- orderlyArranged with care
- organizedSystematically arranged
- spick-and-spanCompletely clean and orderly
- trimRemove unwanted edges
spruce · well-kept · uncluttered · kempt · polished · clean · spotless · immaculate
neat
Orderly, or undiluted
- orderlyArranged with care
- organizedSystematically arranged
- spick-and-spanCompletely clean and orderly
trim · spruce · well-kept · uncluttered · kempt · polished · clean · spotless · immaculate · well-groomed
vessel
Receptacle for contents
hull · galley · berth · cabin · gangway · bow · stern · bilge · quarterdeck · fo'c'sle
ship-shapemessy
Lacking order or neatness
disorganized · cluttered · chaotic · disordered · untidy
ship-shapebroken
Damaged beyond function
dilapidated · run-down · ramshackle · in disrepair · falling apart