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peaky
[ pee-kee ]
peaky
/ ˈpiːkɪ /
adjective
- wan, emaciated, or sickly
Other Words From
- peaki·ly adverb
- peaki·ness noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of peaky1
Word History and Origins
Origin of peaky1
Example Sentences
Down the hall, a friendly nurse practitioner is on call with Tylenol and gluten-free pretzels if I feel a little peaky when the session finishes, plus anti-anxiety medication if the sensation crosses into a little more than peaky.
There are peaky, dark mountains beyond this—just as across the vast bay are gloomy hills.
His peaky little beard, and the way he carried himself, as well as the quickness of his movements, told one that.
You're gittin' peaky ez a sick kitten, an' saller ez a punkin; you'll be down with fevers an' agers nex'.
The Norwegian Nis was like a strong-shouldered child, in a coat and peaky cap, who carried a pretty blue light at night.
He's a peaky little chap; it comes of being a poet, I think.
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