buckish
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- buckishly adverb
- buckishness noun
Etymology
Origin of buckish
Example Sentences
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I was feeling rather extra buckish myself and that didn't improve matters.
From Mr. Standfast by Buchan, John
The ponies are very buckish and can scarcely be held in at exercise; it seems certain that they feel the return of daylight.
From Scott's Last Expedition Volume I by Scott, Robert Falcon
And if you've just had a good breakfast and feel buckish, you say, "Yes, thank you," and there you are....
From The Secret Battle by Herbert, A. P.
Even Jehu has been buckish, kicking up his heels and gambolling awkwardly.
From Scott's Last Expedition Volume I by Scott, Robert Falcon
The ponies look very well and all are reported to be very buckish.
From Scott's Last Expedition Volume I by Scott, Robert Falcon
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