| 释义 |
corky
\ˈkȯrkē, ˈkȯ(ə)k-, -ki\ adjective
(-er/-est)
Etymology: cork (I) + -y
1. : resembling cork: as
a. : shriveled up : dry, withered
< bind fast his corky arms — Shakespeare >
b. : light or buoyant in spirits : lively, skittish
< a jovial corky fellow >
c. of cheese : firm, hard, without plasticity, and tending to break up under pressure
2.
a. of wine or brandy : corked
b. : peculiar to or suggestive of a beverage spoiled by corking
< corky taste or odor >
3. of dogs : compactly built and lively |