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cadgy

[ kaj-ee ]

adjective

, Scot.
  1. cheerful; merry.
  2. amorous; wanton.
  3. (of animals) in rut.

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Other Words From

  • cadgi·ly adverb
  • cadgi·ness noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of cadgy1

First recorded in 1715–25; of uncertain origin

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Example Sentences

I thought Mr. Croftangry was looking very cadgy when he came in to play a rubber with us last night.

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