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cranky

/ˈkɹæŋki/ · adjective

Meaning

  1. Weak, unwell.
  2. (of a machine, etc.) Not in good working condition.
  3. Grouchy, grumpy, irritable; easily upset.
  4. Not in perfect mental working order; eccentric, peculiar.
  5. Full of spirit; spirited.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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