How to Pronounce "dicky"

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Definition

"Dicky" is a British English informal word describing something that is not working well, weak, or unreliable. It can refer to physical things or sometimes to a person's health.

Listen in Context

My old bike is a bit dicky and often makes strange noises.

He has a dicky heart, so he needs to be careful.

The chair looks dicky, so don’t sit on it.

Sorry the lift’s out again — it’s always a bit dicky in winter.