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rickey

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪki/
Definition of rickey

noun (plural rickeys)

North American
  • a drink consisting of a spirit, typically gin, mixed with lime or lemon juice, carbonated water, and ice: I wanted to drink gin rickeys lime rickeys

Origin:

late 19th century: probably from the surname Rickey

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Definition of rickey in the US English dictionary
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