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dickey

The correct spelling is dickey.

How to pronounce dickey

noun

Say it like: Dik-ee

The correct spelling is dickey. A louse. For example: "Can you open the dicky for me?"

Usage Examples

Can you open the dicky for me?

He had a dicky heart.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A louse.
  2. 2.Dicky dirt = a shirt, meaning a shirt with a collar.
  3. 3.A detachable shirt front, collar or bib.
  4. 4.A hat, especially (in the US) a stiff hat or derby, and (in the UK) a straw hat.
  5. 5.A seat behind a carriage, for a servant.

adjective

  1. 1.Doubtful, troublesome; in poor condition

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