What does darky mean?
Darky means (countable) Alternative spelling of darkey (“dark-skinned person”)..
Darky
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(countable) Alternative spelling of darkey (“dark-skinned person”)..
Definitions by Sense
- (countable) Alternative spelling of darkey (“dark-skinned person”).
- (countable) Alternative spelling of darkey (“dark lantern”).
- (thieves' cant, obsolete) The time of darkness: night or dusk.
Example Sentences
He’s a small farmer, not a big planter, and if the boys thought enough of him to elect him lieutenant, then it’s not for any darky to talk impudent about him.
[…] at Darky they buss them out of the Ground, that is, at Night they steal the Horses, then pike thirty or forty Straches that Darky, that is go thirty or forty Miles that Night, towards the next Gaff to fence them, […]
Synonyms for darky
Antonyms for darky
Related Words
Word Forms
- darkies
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for darky?
Common synonyms include darkey, darkie.
What is the opposite of darky?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use darky in a sentence?
He’s a small farmer, not a big planter, and if the boys thought enough of him to elect him lieutenant, then it’s not for any darky to talk impudent about him.
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