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Synonyms for icky


Grammar : Adj
Spell : ik-ee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɪk i



Définition of icky

Origin :
  • 1935, American English, probably from icky-boo (c.1920) "sickly, nauseated," probably baby talk elaboration of sick. Originally a swing lover's term for more sentimental jazz music; in general use from 1938.
  • adj not pleasant
Example sentences :
  • The most important fact is that Icky Jones has been a fool for over twenty year.
  • Extract from : « When the Cock Crows » by Waldron Baily
  • ICKY took flight with them, and got so close to the sun that the wax melted and his wings came off.
  • Extract from : « Punchinello, Vol. II., No. 35, November 26, 1870 » by Various

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