teaky en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ˈtiːki/
Etymology
From teak + -y.
Meanings
-
Resembling or characteristic of teak.
Beyond the Unit and Unicorn exhibit stood some planks of a teaky quality, beautifully polished, and showing numbers of small dark knots, and wavy patterns, which gave a walnuty appearance to the wood.
2019, Henry M. Stanley, Through South Africa:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most teaky | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more teaky | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |