What does PEAKY mean?

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Parts of Speech: adjective

Definitions:

  1. looking pale and sickly
  2. having a sharp pointed top

Pronunciations:

  • US: /ˈpiːki/
  • UK: /ˈpiːki/

Origin and Usage:

The word "peaky" originated from the word "peak", meaning a pointed top or summit. The word "peaky" has been used since the early 19th century to describe someone who looks pale and sickly. It is also used to describe something that has a sharp pointed top, such as a mountain or a roof.

Synonyms:

  • pale
  • sickly
  • wan
  • haggard
  • emaciated

Related Words:

  • peaks
  • peaks
  • peaky
  • peals
  • pearl

Example Sentences:

  1. He looked peaky and unwell, as if he hadn slept in days.
  2. The mountain had a peaky top that was difficult to climb.


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