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peaky
[ pee-kee ]
peaky
/ ˈpiːkɪ /
adjective
- wan, emaciated, or sickly
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Other Words From
- peaki·ly adverb
- peaki·ness noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of peaky1
First recorded in 1870–75; peak(ed) 2 + -y 1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of peaky1
C16: of uncertain origin
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Example Sentences
There are peaky, dark mountains beyond this—just as across the vast bay are gloomy hills.
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His peaky little beard, and the way he carried himself, as well as the quickness of his movements, told one that.
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You're gittin' peaky ez a sick kitten, an' saller ez a punkin; you'll be down with fevers an' agers nex'.
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The Norwegian Nis was like a strong-shouldered child, in a coat and peaky cap, who carried a pretty blue light at night.
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He's a peaky little chap; it comes of being a poet, I think.
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