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squiffy

Pronunciation: /ˈskwɪfi/
Definition of squiffy

adjective (squiffier, squiffiest)

British informal
  • 1slightly drunk:I feel quite squiffy
  • 2askew; awry:the graphics make your eyes go squiffy

Derivatives

squiffily

adverb

Origin:

mid 19th century: of unknown origin

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Definition of squiffy in the US English dictionary
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