dickey
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Richard.
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈdɪki
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Definition
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noun
A diminutive of the male given name Richard.
A louse.
adjective
In bad condition; weak, faulty, unreliable, doubtful, troublesome.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
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Sense: diminutive of the male given name Richard
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