swanky
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈswæŋki/ / /ˈsweɪ̯ŋki/ / /ˈswɛ̃ŋki/
adj
Etymology: Etymology tree English swank English -y English swanky From swank + -y.
- Rather posh, elegant, ritzy.
“His manner never had been modest or retiring. Now it was unmistakably swanky; he was putting on side to an extent that made fellows who observed him smile and shrug their shoulders.”
“So anyway, anniversary night and I've gone off. The sensational dinner, booked a swanky hotel and had a blinder.”
noun
Etymology: Etymology tree English swank English -y English swanky From swank + -y.
- Alternative form of swankie.