ducky

duck-y · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    (Informal, often ironic) Fine; satisfactory.

  2. 2.

    (Informal, affectionate) A term of endearment; darling.

  3. 3.

    A small duck, especially a rubber toy duck.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    rubber ducky — A yellow rubber bath toy shaped like a duck
  • •
    just ducky — Fine or satisfactory (often used sarcastically)

Related words

See also: darling, duck, fine
Synonyms: cute, fine, lovely, satisfactory

Etymology

From duck + -y (diminutive/affectionate suffix).