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tacky

/ˈtæki/ · adj

Meaning

  1. Of a substance, slightly sticky.
  2. Of low quality.
  3. In poor taste.
  4. Gaudy or flashy.
  5. Shabby, dowdy in one's appearance or dress.
  6. Alternative form of tackey.

Etymology / origin

From tack + -y.

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