puckery

[ puhk-uh-ree ]

adjective

1. puckered.
2. puckering.
3. tending to pucker.

Word History and Origins

Origin of puckery¹

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; pucker + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Three wines come chilled in filled-to-meniscus 8-ounce pours: Radley & Finch chenin blanc, mildly lemony-tart to cut the chicken fat, salve any spiciness and ready the maw for the next bite; Two Shepherds sparkling orange for a more puckery, citrus-rind pairing; and a sparkling red, also from Two Shepherds, for fans of a little astringent bitterness.

From Seattle Times

Roast chicken thighs with blueberries pack a bright, puckery punch.

From New York Times

If you love the puckery flavor of salt-and-vinegar potato chips as much as I do, this salad is for you.

From Washington Post

Melty, puckery citrus gives the beloved pantry supper standby a glamorous upgrade without adding a whole lot more time or fuss.

From Salon

Sweet-and-sour housemade pickles with lots of onion and notes of bay leaf ideally cleanse the fried-chicken palate, as do sweeter-side marinated vegetables or the puckery dipping vinegar.

From Seattle Times