Pawky
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɔːki/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pawky is an adjective meaning (Scotland, northern British) Shrewd, sly; often also characterised by a sarcastic sense of humour.
Meaning
(Scotland, northern British) Shrewd, sly; often also characterised by a sarcastic sense of humour.
Example Sentences
"I had occasion to comment last January, Watson," remarked Holmes, "upon the unexpected vein of pawky humor which you are developing.
[H]e generally meets her at one Signora Sporza's, a very pawky gentlewoman, who understands what's what as well as any woman in Naples […].
Those unacquainted with the pawky humor of the Scot will search unsuccessfully in reference books for mention of the elusive Colonel Boffin.
Just as a pun, to be a good pun, has to be not only a play on words but have a serious meaning, so pawky humour must carry sense. However the underlying humour is always there.
Word Forms
- pawkier
- pawkiest
Synonyms for pawky
Depending on context, synonyms include artful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include artful, shrewdish, shrewd, savvy, astute, nippy.
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