fratchy en · ADJ
Etymology
From fratch + -y.
Meanings
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(UK, informal) Irritable or argumentative.
The Laird heels Danny when he heeds not you. He'll be just biddable when Danny's there, while he's fratchy as a lugged bear when left to you.
1902, The Monthly Review, Volume 9:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| fratchiest | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| fratchier | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |