What does MUCKY mean?

Definition of Mucky

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: Mucky means dirty or messy, covered in dirt, mud, or filth.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈmʌki/ UK: /ˈmʌki/

4. Origin and Usage: The word mucky originated from the Middle English word "muk" meaning "dirt or mud." It has been in use since the 14th century and is still commonly used today. The term is often used to describe something that is dirty or messy, such as muddy shoes or a messy room.

5. Synonyms: Dirty, grimy, filthy, muddy, soiled, unclean.

6. Related Words: Mucus, murks, musky.

7. Example Sentences:

  • The little boys clothes were mucky after playing in the mud.
  • The kitchen was mucky after the cooking experiment went wrong.
  • The muddy field left the footballers boots mucky.
  • The car was mucky after driving through the dirt road.
  • She refused to wear the mucky dress to the party.


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