dickey

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dickey  /ˈdɪ ki/ ? Meaning of "dickey"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a small third seat in the back of an old-fashioned two-seater
  2. (n) a man's detachable insert (usually starched) to simulate the front of a shirt
  3. (adj) (British informal) faulty

Synonym(s)

dicky, shirtfront, dickey-seat, dickie, dickie-seat

Quotes

  1. "Even though (Dickey) got in trouble, there was no panic," said New York manager Jerry Manuel. "He was able to keep throwing (the knuckleball) and able to keep getting big outs. He's been impressive."
    on Jun 11, 2010 By: Jerry Manuel Source: TSN

  2. "I think the Dickey-Wicker decision perhaps could be done later," Castle said.
    on Mar 9, 2009 By: Mike Castle Source: Reuters

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